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title: "303 - Radio Frequency Spectrum Analysers"
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# 303 - Radio Frequency Spectrum Analysers

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0512baa5-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

Aston University conducted a public procurement process for the purchase of Radio Frequency Spectrum Analysers, a miscellaneous evaluation and testing instrument, valued at £71,000. The procurement took place in Birmingham, West Midlands, with the tender period concluding on 1st July 2016. The contract period for the awarded supplier, Keysight Technologies Ltd, commenced on 8th August 2016 and will last until 31st August 2019. This procurement was facilitated through an open procedure, indicating that it was accessible to a wide range of suppliers.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses engaged in the supply of scientific and testing equipment, particularly those specialising in radio frequency technology. Competitive suppliers could include established firms as well as smaller companies capable of delivering innovative testing instruments. With the emphasis on quality evaluation tools, businesses that can provide reliable and advanced technology may find this an advantageous area for growth and expansion in the public sector market.

## Notice

Radio Frequency Spectrum Analyser

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e02a7ce-3e75-4da7-81a4-ef3332179cc0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jul 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Aug 2016 |
| Contract period | 7 Aug 2016 - 31 Aug 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £71,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £69,589 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KEYSIGHT TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e02a7ce-3e75-4da7-81a4-ef3332179cc0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e02a7ce-3e75-4da7-81a4-ef3332179cc0
  11th August 2016 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=a07806ce-192f-e611-8114-000c29c9ba21
  Award

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aston.ac.uk

## Provenance

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