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536 - Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV)

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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17 Nov 2020 at 15:52

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Aston University, involved the tender titled "536 - Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV)" for an optical reader machine. This procurement, categorised under the services sector, was conducted using an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 25th September 2020. The awarded contract, valued at £98,000, commenced on 22nd November 2020 and is set to conclude on 31st December 2020. The project location is Birmingham, England, with delivery addresses extending to various regions, including the UK and Europe.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the optical equipment industry, specifically those specialising in optical readers and related technology. SMEs with expertise in providing integrated technical solutions would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. Engaging with the contracting authority, Aston University, and showcasing relevant capabilities could enhance business development prospects in the academic and research sectors.

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Notice Title

536 - Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV)

Notice Description

A fully integrated Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) machine.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bc45ba2c-84a6-4056-9e5b-fb3719f24005
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33aeab52-9a55-45ea-864d-8bc06708f996
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages


CPV Codes

30216100 - Optical readers

30216120 - Optical-character-recognition equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£98,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Oct 20205 years ago
Contract Period
22 Nov 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASTON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7ET
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
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LAVISIONUK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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