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title: "Laboratory Equipment"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
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# Laboratory Equipment

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1af81026-2495-4c77-a1d6-1df804a56400

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has completed the procurement process for the supply of laboratory equipment, classified under CPV code 38000000, covering laboratory, optical, and precision equipments (excluding glasses). Located in Birmingham (postal code B15 2TT), the tender was conducted under the procurement method "Other - Single Contract from 3 Quotes." The contract period spans from 17 July 2024 to 31 July 2024, with a total contract value of £29,879.26. The award was announced on 22 November 2024, and the successful supplier is Thomas Startin Group based in Redditch, Worcestershire.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses, particularly SMEs, to engage with prestigious academic institutions like the University of Birmingham. Companies specialising in laboratory and precision equipment manufacturing and supply, especially those capable of providing high-quality products with precise specifications, are well-suited to compete in similar procurement processes. Involving SMEs in such contracts can contribute to their growth by expanding their market presence and enhancing their credentials through successful partnerships with renowned universities.

## Notice

Laboratory Equipment

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a5b7e918-870d-4a7c-80cc-249ebc316d5d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Single Contract from 3 Quotes |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 16 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £29,879 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £29,879 |
| 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 | THOMAS STARTIN GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 22 Nov 2024 at 10:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a5b7e918-870d-4a7c-80cc-249ebc316d5d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a5b7e918-870d-4a7c-80cc-249ebc316d5d
  22nd November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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