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Thermogravimetric Analyser

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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22 Sep 2023 at 13:59

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process overseen by Aston University involves the purchase of a 'Thermogravimetric Analyser' in the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment category. The procurement method used was a competitive quotation below threshold with a total contract value of £40,000. The tender period ended on 22nd September 2023, and the contract is scheduled to run from 1st to 31st October 2023. The buying organisation, Aston University, based in Birmingham, England, invited suppliers to compete for this opportunity suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise organisations (VCSEs).

This procurement stage awarded the contract to Waters Limited, a large-scale supplier with experience in the industry. Businesses interested in providing precision equipment to universities in the laboratory sector will find opportunities through such tenders. The competitive quotation method makes it accessible for SMEs and VCSEs to participate, promoting diversity and inclusivity in public procurement. By engaging with institutions like Aston University, companies can establish valuable partnerships and contribute to the innovation and research across various sectors.

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Notice Title

Thermogravimetric Analyser

Notice Description

Thermogravimetric Analyser

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ee6c325c-e3fc-4825-9aba-7c26ee1938d3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01ce752d-2bfd-4286-a394-c67000f48a1f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Sep 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Sep 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Sep 20232 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2023 - 31 Oct 2023 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
Jacob Rankine
Contact Email
j.rankine@aston.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0121 204 4562

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

WATERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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