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Contract for the Supply of PowerTome XL ultramicrotome to the University of Birmingham

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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29 Apr 2021 at 16:43

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham held a complete procurement process for the supply of a PowerTome XL ultramicrotome, classified under laboratory, optical and precision equipment, with the procurement method being a Direct Award. The tender, identified as SC8870/21, was active until 5th February 2021, with a contract period spanning from 12th February 2021 to 31st March 2021. The total value of the contract awarded was £57,260.72, and it was fulfilled by Labtech International Ltd, located in Heathfield, East Sussex. This procurement took place in Birmingham, England, further described by the postal code B15 2TT.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses in the scientific equipment sector, particularly those specialising in laboratory and precision instruments. Suppliers, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can deliver ultra-precise laboratory equipment, could benefit significantly from participating in similar procurement processes. The completion of this contract may indicate a trend of partnerships between educational institutions and suppliers, suggesting potential future opportunities for companies ready to engage with universities and other academic entities.

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Notice Title

Contract for the Supply of PowerTome XL ultramicrotome to the University of Birmingham

Notice Description

Contract for the Supply of PowerTome XL ultramicrotome to the University of Birmingham

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fe83b807-3cbe-4d8e-b0a2-e6e9afa089bf
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc7c4c5e-2a46-4af5-bc75-039f9c102d55
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Direct Award
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£57,260 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£57,260 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20215 years ago
Contract Period
12 Feb 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
Peter Nobbs
Contact Email
p.k.g.nobbs@bham.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01214146899

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

LABTECH INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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