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title: "Contract for The Exchange: The Air We Breathe Exhibition - Materials and Build, to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for The Exchange: The Air We Breathe Exhibition - Materials and Build, to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-114cab12-0b2a-45b0-a43f-885a14ffaaad

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham conducted a public procurement process for the contract titled "The Exchange: The Air We Breathe Exhibition - Materials and Build," classified under the exhibition equipment category (CPV code: 39154000). The procurement method used was a direct award, with a total contract value of £62,500. The tender period ended on 24th June 2021, while the contract commenced on 29th June 2021 and is scheduled to conclude on 31st October 2021. The award notice for this contract was published on 14th July 2021.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in exhibition equipment and related services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can effectively meet the needs of the University of Birmingham. Companies engaged in the design, manufacture, and installation of exhibition materials will find this contract particularly relevant. The focused nature of the procurement may allow suppliers to leverage their specialism in providing tailored solutions, thereby facilitating growth within this niche market.

## Notice

Contract for The Exchange: The Air We Breathe Exhibition - Materials and Build, to the University of Birmingham

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe8a7de5-6676-414a-999b-a3b24027fb31 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 28 Jun 2021 - 31 Oct 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £62,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £62,500 |
| 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 | METAPHOR COMMUNICATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39154000 - Exhibition equipment

## Release History

- 14 Jul 2021 at 09:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe8a7de5-6676-414a-999b-a3b24027fb31

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe8a7de5-6676-414a-999b-a3b24027fb31
  14th July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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