Award

LFP Rigs

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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Award

02 Mar 2026 at 14:50

Summary of the contracting process

Aston University, based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, has completed a public procurement process for the acquisition of electronic equipment used in electrophysiology recordings, specifically focusing on local field potential rigs. This contract, identified by the title "LFP Rigs," falls within the laboratory, optical and precision equipment industry category. The procurement process was initiated via a limited method due to being below the threshold, ensuring a competitive approach. The award, dated 2nd March 2026, marks the completion of the procurement stage, with the contract signed on the same date. The goods will be delivered in the UKG31 region, aligning with the buyer's location, providing critical infrastructure to support academic and research initiatives.

The tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision instruments, particularly those focusing on or supplying electrophysiology equipment. As the successful supplier, npi electronic GmbH, a small to medium-sized enterprise from Germany, secured the contract valued at £33,000. Such opportunities are conducive for SMEs seeking to engage in cross-border procurements and expand their footprint in the UK market. Businesses with expertise in precision electronics and laboratory equipment would find this sector lucrative, potentially enhancing their reputation and fostering partnerships within the academic and research community led by institutions like Aston University.

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Notice Title

LFP Rigs

Notice Description

Electronic equipment for electrophysiology recordings (local field potentials)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065fdc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018541-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
3 Mar 2026 - 3 Mar 2026 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

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

NPI ELECTRONIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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