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title: "Purchase of Tissue Processor"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL"
published: "2018-11-09"
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# Purchase of Tissue Processor

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-19b7dbb6-7e52-46cb-9cf9-9a9689bee62d

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## Summary

The University of Bristol initiated a procurement process for the purchase of a tissue processor, classified under the 'Laboratory, optical and precision equipment' industry category. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 13 September 2018. The total value of the contract was £44,000, and the contract period is set from 18 October 2018 to 17 October 2023. The delivery is expected at locations in Bristol, South West England.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in laboratory equipment and related goods. Businesses positioned within this sector are encouraged to seek similar tenders, as collaborations with established institutions like the University of Bristol can enhance their market presence and facilitate growth. Additionally, firms that can provide innovative solutions and high-quality products may find themselves at an advantage in future procurement processes.

## Notice

Purchase of tissue processor

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e348358-bb2b-44e2-86fd-c12967d296a3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Sep 2018 |
| Contract period | 17 Oct 2018 - 17 Oct 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £44,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £44,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THERMOFISHER DIAGNOSTICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 9 Nov 2018 at 09:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e348358-bb2b-44e2-86fd-c12967d296a3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e348358-bb2b-44e2-86fd-c12967d296a3
  9th November 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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