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title: "Mini Tender for the Supply and Installation of a Point Scanning"
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# Mini Tender for the Supply and Installation of a Point Scanning

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-35dcae8f-0f74-4a21-9f0f-4fdf22473ad5

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has conducted a mini tender for the supply and installation of a Point Scanning Confocal Microscope, valued at £332,986.16. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically classified as microscopes (CPV code 38510000). The tender period concluded on 22nd November 2016, with the contract effective from 22nd December 2016 until 28th April 2017. This process was initiated under the Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC) framework, restricting responses to suppliers already awarded under Lot 2 for Laser Scanning Microscopes and Imaging Systems.

This opportunity is particularly suitable for large-scale suppliers with expertise in the provision of scientific equipment and installation services. Businesses that meet the criteria set by the APUC Ltd. framework, and those experienced in working with academic institutions, could significantly benefit from engaging in similar procurement processes. Participating in such tenders can lead to valuable contracts and position companies favourably for future collaborations within the educational and research sectors.

## Notice

Mini Tender for the Supply and Installation of a Point Scanning Confocal Microscope to the University of Birmingham Additional information: Responses to this mini tender were only accepted from suppliers that have been awarded a Framework under the APUC Ltd. (Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges) - Laser Scanning Microscopes & Imaging Systems (Lot 2).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb031c29-a970-455f-99c6-d13bfa5126b2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jan 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Dec 2016 |
| Contract period | 22 Dec 2016 - 28 Apr 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £332,986 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £332,986 |
| 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 | CARL ZEISS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 31 Jan 2017 at 11:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb031c29-a970-455f-99c6-d13bfa5126b2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb031c29-a970-455f-99c6-d13bfa5126b2
  31st January 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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