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title: "Contract for the Supply and Installation of Benchtop X-ray Diffractometer to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the Supply and Installation of Benchtop X-ray Diffractometer to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-46b30daf-2fb0-4994-b3fe-5f6581c268b5

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is seeking to enhance its laboratory capabilities through a recently awarded contract for the supply and installation of a Benchtop X-ray Diffractometer. The contract, valued at £30,000, falls under the goods category, specifically related to X-ray devices. The procurement process is complete, with a procurement method of direct award. The contract will commence on 26th May 2020 and run until 3rd July 2020. This opportunity is located in Edgbaston, Birmingham, and the award notice was published on 29th May 2020.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide similar goods. Companies that excel in the supply and installation of scientific instruments would be well suited to compete, as demand for advanced laboratory technology continues to grow in academia and research facilities. Engaging in such contracts can facilitate long-term partnerships and contribute to business growth in the educational and scientific sectors.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply and Installation of Benchtop X-ray Diffractometer to the University of Birmingham

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed94f341-de36-4e5f-9c8e-1f79facca368 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 20 May 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 May 2020 |
| Contract period | 25 May 2020 - 3 Jul 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,000 |
| 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 | SCIMED |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33111000 - X-ray devices

## Release History

- 29 May 2020 at 13:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed94f341-de36-4e5f-9c8e-1f79facca368

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed94f341-de36-4e5f-9c8e-1f79facca368
  29th May 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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