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title: "Contract for the Supply and Installation of Portable Frequency Comb Units to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the Supply and Installation of Portable Frequency Comb Units to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2a760bb6-ee9c-4968-8d44-a9a618c00452

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the University of Birmingham, which is acquiring goods for the supply and installation of Portable Frequency Comb Units. This tender falls under the lasers category and was based in Birmingham, England. The procurement method employed was an open procedure above the threshold, with the tender period closing on 11th November 2019. The total value of the contract is £810,000, with the contract period commencing on 27th November 2019 and running until 31st July 2020.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the laser technology sector, particularly those that specialise in the supply and installation of scientific equipment. Companies with experience in similar projects and those capable of handling high-value contracts would be well-suited to compete. The involvement of a prestigious institution like the University of Birmingham enhances the appeal, indicating potential for further contracts and partnerships in advanced technology supply.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply and Installation of Portable Frequency Comb Units to the University of Birmingham.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3603521-85dc-4233-80e1-c3e7e569ac0b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Dec 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Nov 2019 |
| Contract period | 27 Nov 2019 - 31 Jul 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £810,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £810,000 |
| 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 | 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 | MENLO SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38636100 - Lasers

## Release History

- 10 Dec 2019 at 10:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3603521-85dc-4233-80e1-c3e7e569ac0b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3603521-85dc-4233-80e1-c3e7e569ac0b
  10th December 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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