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title: "555 - CA2+ Imaging System"
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# 555 - CA2+ Imaging System

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4509dcd6-3fa1-4597-b7ad-cf0327db863a

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## Summary

Aston University, located in Birmingham, has successfully completed the tender titled "555 - CA2+ Imaging System," aimed at the supply, installation, and training of an optical microscope system. This procurement process was conducted under an open procedure, with a total contract value of £128,000. The contract is active as of December 16, 2020, and its delivery period spans from December 17, 2020, to March 31, 2022. The tender process concluded on November 16, 2020, offering a substantial opportunity for suppliers in the goods sector, specifically focusing on optical microscopes.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs in the scientific equipment supply sector, particularly those specialising in optical technologies and imaging systems. Businesses that can offer comprehensive installation and training services alongside the equipment would also find this contract aligns with their capabilities. With a budget of £128,000, firms with innovative solutions and competitive pricing are encouraged to consider entering similar procurement processes to drive growth and expand their market presence.

## Notice

The Supply, Installation and Training of a CA2+ Imaging System.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/950dc997-b9b2-49f3-9c4f-eef2c992d35a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | 17 Dec 2020 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £128,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £79,017 |
| 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 | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAIRN RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38634000 - Optical microscopes

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2020 at 14:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/950dc997-b9b2-49f3-9c4f-eef2c992d35a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/950dc997-b9b2-49f3-9c4f-eef2c992d35a
  16th December 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aston.ac.uk

## Provenance

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