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Hardware update to existing FRET microscopy system

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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31 Mar 2022 at 12:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involved a tender from THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM for a hardware update to their existing FRET microscopy system. Classified under the industry category of microscopes, the procurement utilised a direct award method and is currently in the Award stage. The contract was officially awarded on 17th March 2022, with a total value of £50,760.16. The contract period spans from 30th March 2022 to 30th June 2022, with delivery expected at the University's address in Birmingham, postal code B152TT. The tender period concluded on 17th March 2022.

This contract presents growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in laboratory equipment and scientific instrument upgrades. Businesses with expertise in microsystems, particularly those that can provide hardware and support for advanced microscopy systems, would find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging in this procurement process could lead to valuable partnerships and increased visibility within the academic and research sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Hardware update to existing FRET microscopy system

Notice Description

Hardware update to existing FRET microscopy system.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-930cfa2a-a5d9-4fc6-8984-05e796cb3700
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98b606fb-ad7a-40b3-b592-831eeda46fe9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Direct Award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,760 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,760 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
29 Mar 2022 - 30 Jun 2022 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAIRN RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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