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V3 Spinning Disk System

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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31 Aug 2023 at 16:30

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Summary of the contracting process

Aston University, based in BIRMINGHAM, awarded a contract for the purchase of a Cresta V3 spinning disk imaging system, classified under laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The procurement method used was direct, specifically a Single tender action (below threshold). The contract period started on 1st April 2023 and ended on 30th April 2023, with a total value of £100,000. The tender closed on 1st March 2023.

This tender from Aston University offers opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs in the goods category to supply the required spinning disk system. Businesses in the laboratory equipment industry, focusing on precision equipment, would find this opportunity well-suited for business growth. The specific need for an imaging system for microscopy presents a niche market opportunity for innovative suppliers in the sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

V3 Spinning Disk System

Notice Description

Cresta V3 spinning disk imaging system. Unit to attach to existing microscope and software controlled camera.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f1058abe-be58-427f-bf1d-a3293b73bdaf
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38624c6a-6d95-46dc-88d5-c1006d6c5747
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Aug 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Mar 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Mar 20232 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2023 - 30 Apr 2023 30 days
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
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

CAIRN RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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