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title: "024/2019E Optometry Equipment - AWARD"
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# 024/2019E Optometry Equipment - AWARD

Buyer: HE PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1e94e851-de79-45b5-a090-1d978e3c35c9

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## Summary

The procurement process is hosted by the University of the West of England (UWE) for the contract titled "024/2019E Optometry Equipment - AWARD." This tender relates to the supply of optometry equipment intended for use in an on-site Eye Clinic aimed at providing a controlled clinical environment for third-year optometry undergraduates. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure under the main category of goods, valued at approximately £600,000 with a minimum threshold of £40,000. The contract period commenced on 9 March 2020 and concludes on 8 March 2022, with the tender period having ended on 4 February 2020, in the South West region of the United Kingdom (postal code BS16 1QY).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the medical equipment sector, specifically those specialising in optician services and specialist optical instruments. Companies that manufacture or supply optometry-related equipment, particularly those that may fit into small and medium enterprises (SMEs), are well-positioned to compete for such contracts. The involvement of established suppliers like BIB Ophthalmic Instruments LTD and Carl Zeiss Ltd indicates a competitive landscape where quality and innovation in optical technologies will be key factors for success.

## Notice

The University of the West of England is requesting tenders for a variety of optometry equipment for use in an on-site Eye Clinic. The clinic is to provide a controlled clinical environment for the year three optometry undergraduates s to see patients in a supervised environment. The facility will have 16 consulting rooms set up with combination units, fixed slit lamps with keratometers on movable arms. the consulting rooms will have test charts located behind the patient char, used with an ophthalmic mirror, and will use distance correcting software. The facility will also have four investigation rooms with movable equipment on height adjustable tables and comprise a mix of various visual fields, non-contact tonometry and imaging equipment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/780488df-59fb-46fe-b61a-89f72f732619 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Feb 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 9 Mar 2020 - 8 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | HE PORTAL |
| Locality | AVON |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 9 |
| Supplier names | BIB OPHTHALMIC INSTRUMENTS; BIRMINGHAM OPTICAL; CARL ZEISS; CARLETON OPTICAL EQUIPMENT; EASTERN OPTICAL; ESSILOR INSTRUMENTS; GRAFTON OPTICAL; HAAG-STREIT; LOUIS STONE OPTICAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 33100000 - Medical equipments
- 38636000 - Specialist optical instruments
- 85160000 - Optician services

## Release History

- 15 Jan 2021 at 08:53 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/780488df-59fb-46fe-b61a-89f72f732619
- 9 Mar 2020 at 11:36 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/780488df-59fb-46fe-b61a-89f72f732619
- 9 Mar 2020 at 09:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/780488df-59fb-46fe-b61a-89f72f732619

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/780488df-59fb-46fe-b61a-89f72f732619
  15th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uwe.ac.uk

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