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title: "Contract for the supply of a Hitachi SU5000 Schottky Analytical Variable Pressure SEM to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the supply of a Hitachi SU5000 Schottky Analytical Variable Pressure SEM to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1291271a-2cca-4cb7-b500-0ad6220cfa90

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has completed a procurement process for the supply of a Hitachi SU5000 Schottky Analytical Variable Pressure Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) as part of its operations in the laboratory and analytical equipment sector. This contract, valued at £154,320, was awarded through a direct procurement method, following a tender period that concluded on 18th March 2022. The contract period commenced on 24th March 2022 and is set to end on 15th April 2022, with delivery expected at the university's Birmingham location (postcode B15 2TT).

This procurement presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the scientific and laboratory equipment industry, particularly those specialising in high-tech analytical instruments. Companies that can demonstrate experience in manufacturing or supplying advanced scientific equipment and possess the capacity to meet the specific requirements of the University of Birmingham would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts. This sector may benefit small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) eager to expand their market reach through collaboration with established educational institutions.

## Notice

Contract for the supply of a Hitachi SU5000 Schottky Analytical Variable Pressure SEM to the University of Birmingham

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a809aa6e-ec4a-4dd3-8d21-2c0d2f38cddd |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 24 Mar 2022 - 15 Apr 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £154,320 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £154,320 |
| 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 | HITACHI HIGH-TECHNOLOGIES EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 4 Apr 2022 at 12:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a809aa6e-ec4a-4dd3-8d21-2c0d2f38cddd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a809aa6e-ec4a-4dd3-8d21-2c0d2f38cddd
  4th April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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