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Laboratory Equipment

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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20 Nov 2024 at 13:01

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham has completed a procurement process for the acquisition of laboratory equipment. This tender, identified as SC12681/24, falls within the industry category of "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)" and involves the delivery to B15 2TT, Birmingham, England. The process was conducted using a single contract from three quotes, encompassing the procurement of goods. The tender period concluded on 1st June 2024, and the contract period commenced on 2nd June 2024, set to conclude on 25th January 2025. The total contract value is GBP 34,850, and the awarded supplier is Toptica Photonics Limited.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and related accessories. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were particularly encouraged to participate in this tender, given its suitability requirements. The contract signifies a meaningful opportunity for suppliers to establish or enhance their rapport with an esteemed institution, potentially leading to future business prospects in the sector of advanced lab equipment and other precision instruments. These opportunities cater well to businesses aiming to expand their market reach and enhance their portfolio within the domain of scientific and academic supplies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Laboratory Equipment

Notice Description

Laboratory Equipment

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dec63dd1-4080-4b31-b391-6f25dc2b4aac
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dc4e27d-f746-4c23-9a8a-dbeed539f6ea
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Single Contract from 3 Quotes
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£34,850 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£34,850 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2024 - 25 Jan 2025 6-12 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

TOPTICA PHOTONICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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