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title: "Replacement of ARF Benching and Aquaria"
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# Replacement of ARF Benching and Aquaria

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF DERBY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-36d5d0f6-f903-402d-a9e4-b053f1240a7a

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## Summary

The University of Derby has conducted a procurement process for the "Replacement of ARF Benching and Aquaria" project, which is classified under the aquatic products industry category. This tender aims to acquire five custom-built research aquariums with specific design requirements and specifications, alongside one main display tank and one quarantine tank. The tender was published on 1st March 2022, with the submission deadline of 18th March 2022. The contract, valued at £20,000 GBP, is set to commence on 4th April 2022 and will conclude on 4th April 2023. The procurement method utilised was a limited competitive quotation process, implying a selective approach for supplier engagement.

This opportunity presents substantial prospects for businesses specialising in aquatic products and custom aquarium construction. Companies with expertise in research facilities and tailored aquarium solutions are well-positioned to compete for the contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this tender particularly suitable, given the emphasis on innovative, high-quality designs in the specifications outlined by the University of Derby. Engaging in this procurement could foster growth and establish long-term supplier relationships with a reputable educational institution.

## Notice

The University of Derby would like to procure five custom built research aquariums, to be used in the College of Science and Engineering. Research aquariums need to be built to the following specifications: Five research aquariums with following specifications: * * 1250mm (L) x 800 (W) x 400mm (H) * * 12mm glass sides and 8mm double base * * Low Iron fronts, * * Black back and sides * * Aluminium Profile Stands * * Sump * * Plumbing * * External Weir * * Returns nozzles All five aquariums would be serviced from one central top up reservoir One main display tank with the following specifications * * 2200mm (L) x 800 (W) x 600mm (H) * * 12mm glass sides and 10mm double base * * Low Iron fronts and sides * * Black Background * * Aluminium Profile Stand * * Sump * * Plumbing * * External Weir * * Return nozzles * * Individual top up reservoir One quarantine tank with the following specifications * * 2500mm (L) x 800 (W) x 600mm (H) * * 12mm glass sides and 10mm double base * * Low Iron front * * Black Back and Sides * * Aluminium Profile Stand * * Sump * * Plumbing * * Internal Weir * * Returns nozzles * * Individual top up reservoir The university would require delivery of all five aquariums within 4-8 weeks of receipt of a purchase order. Information to bid can be found here: https://www.derby.ac.uk/services/finance/procurement-suppliers-and-tendering/supplier-info/tendering/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd996708-cbf2-4b7e-9967-0c0e0b9280c5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 3 Apr 2022 - 4 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £27,250 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF DERBY |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE22 1GB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Allestree |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Derbyshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AQUARIUM CONNECTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 03313000 - Aquatic products
- 39298800 - Aquariums

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2022 at 11:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd996708-cbf2-4b7e-9967-0c0e0b9280c5
- 1 Mar 2022 at 10:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7967a152-b2d2-4757-9c44-0e7ae7d41dac

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd996708-cbf2-4b7e-9967-0c0e0b9280c5
  25th March 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7967a152-b2d2-4757-9c44-0e7ae7d41dac
  1st March 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.derby.ac.uk/services/finance/procurement-suppliers-and-tendering/supplier-info/tendering/
  To bid for this opportunity, please follow the link to register on the Oracle supplier portal where the negotiation can be accessed.

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