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title: "Contract for the Supply of Collection and Delivery Services to the University of Birmingham"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
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# Contract for the Supply of Collection and Delivery Services to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2aa25838-f460-4b60-b537-bf34bf3c2ede

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is seeking suppliers for the "Contract for the Supply of Collection and Delivery Services," which is categorised under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment services. The contract, valued at £146,805, is located in Birmingham, England, and is currently in the Award stage, having been awarded on 1st April 2021. The contract’s duration runs from 2nd April 2021 to 29th October 2021. This procurement process was conducted through a direct award method, with the tender process completed prior to the award date.

This opportunity allows businesses, particularly those specialising in courier and logistics services, to engage in a significant contract with a reputable institution. Companies capable of providing efficient collection and delivery services may find this particularly relevant, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can offer personalised service and flexibility. The awarded contract is held by SMA Worldwide PLC, highlighting the potential for competitive suppliers to establish partnerships and grow in the academic sector.

## Notice

Delivery and Collection Courier Service

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b72af52e-51b4-4e09-a3be-cad53004444b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2021 - 29 Oct 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £146,805 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £146,805 |
| 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 | SMA WORLDWIDE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 26 Jul 2021 at 13:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b72af52e-51b4-4e09-a3be-cad53004444b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b72af52e-51b4-4e09-a3be-cad53004444b
  26th July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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