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title: "Contract for the Supply of - Vector Network Analyser"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
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# Contract for the Supply of - Vector Network Analyser

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3d024bae-3525-4b39-aae3-1b92bb775829

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has successfully completed a public procurement process for the supply of a Vector Network Analyser, with a total contract value of £921,212.79. This contract falls under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment and was carried out through an open procurement method, above the threshold. The tender period concluded on 1 November 2017, with the contract spanning from 3 November 2017 to 16 February 2018. The procurement was conducted in Birmingham, England, reflecting the university's commitment to advancing research capabilities.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in precision laboratory equipment and technology. Smaller enterprises, particularly SMEs, may find this contract appealing as it aligns with the growing demand for innovative testing and measurement solutions in research. Companies able to demonstrate expertise in laboratory equipment supply or those providing related services would be well-positioned to compete in future tenders that may arise within this sector.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply of - Vector Network Analyser

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69896bec-d2ef-4b71-8026-1c3b0fca140f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Nov 2017 |
| Contract period | 3 Nov 2017 - 16 Feb 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £921,212 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £921,212 |
| 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 | KEYSIGHT TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 13 Nov 2017 at 13:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69896bec-d2ef-4b71-8026-1c3b0fca140f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69896bec-d2ef-4b71-8026-1c3b0fca140f
  13th November 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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