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title: "Supply and Installation of an Axio Observer 7 Imaging System"
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# Supply and Installation of an Axio Observer 7 Imaging System

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0b849dd0-2b49-4803-b6ae-ad3dbe0a8ea3

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is currently announcing the awarding of a contract titled "Supply and Installation of an Axio Observer 7 Imaging System," classified under the industry category of fluorescent microscopes. This procurement process was completed with a tender period that ended on 13th September 2017, and the contract commenced on 20th September 2017, concluding on 30th November 2017. The value of the contract was £74,569, and the procurement method employed was a competitive quotation under a limited process for goods. The delivery address for the project is located in Birmingham, England, with a postal code of B15 2TT. The award was published on 10th April 2018.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply and installation of high-tech imaging equipment, particularly in the microscopy sector. Companies that specialise in similar goods, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), would be well-positioned to explore future procurement opportunities with The University of Birmingham or other academic institutions looking for state-of-the-art scientific tools. Engaging in competitive quotations may offer an effective avenue for business growth in this niche market.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply and Installation of an Axio Observer 7 Imaging System To The University of Birmingham University Contract Ref: SC5885/17

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf807404-db34-4beb-a20a-4351c98967f3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Sep 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Sep 2017 |
| Contract period | 19 Sep 2017 - 30 Nov 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £74,569 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £74,569 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CARL ZEISS MICROSCOPY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38515200 - Fluorescent microscopes

## Release History

- 10 Apr 2018 at 08:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf807404-db34-4beb-a20a-4351c98967f3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf807404-db34-4beb-a20a-4351c98967f3
  10th April 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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