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Confocal Microscope

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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25 Jul 2024 at 12:42

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham, located in Edgbaston, Birmingham, has recently concluded the procurement process for a Confocal Microscope, under the classification of scanning electron microscopes (CPV code 38511100). This procurement was conducted through a mini-tender from other FRAM methods. The tender, identified by SC12065/23, had its period end on 24th October 2023, with the contract awarded to Leica Microsystems (UK) Ltd starting from 25th October 2023 and running until 25th October 2024. The total contract value is £672,275.37, and it targets the procurement of goods, making it suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Key contact for this procurement is Richard Holmes, available at r.holmes@bham.ac.uk.

This tender presents a significant business opportunity for SMEs involved in the manufacturing and supply of scientific instruments, particularly those specialising in electron and confocal microscopes. Winning such contracts can greatly enhance a company's portfolio and credibility within the industry. The contract not only offers a substantial financial value but also provides an excellent opportunity to collaborate with prestigious academic institutions like the University of Birmingham, potentially opening doors to further business prospects in the higher education sector.

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Notice Title

Confocal Microscope

Notice Description

Confocal Microscope

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f8aeb3df-de44-4ce5-8f07-06004892598d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4759a990-7944-40f9-9689-154616b269f3
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 - MiniTender from Other FRAM
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38511100 - Scanning electron microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£672,275 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£672,275 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jan 20242 years ago
Contract Period
24 Oct 2023 - 25 Oct 2024 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

LEICA MICROSYSTEMS (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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