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title: "Contract for the Supply and Installation of a Hydroen Maser to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the Supply and Installation of a Hydroen Maser to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4751e5ea-a1ff-4a14-bbc1-cc341380b73c

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has awarded a contract for the Supply and Installation of a Hydrogen Maser, valued at £242,300. The procurement process was conducted via an open procedure and has recently reached the award stage on 7th December 2020. The contract is classified under the electronic timekeeping systems category (CPV code 31711300) and includes specific requirements for functionality, output, and operational longevity. The contract period is set from 10th December 2020 to 30th April 2021, with delivery expected at the university's address in Birmingham, postcode B15 2TT.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced electronic technology and instrumentation, particularly those that can meet the stringent technical specifications outlined in the contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have capabilities in manufacturing or supplying sophisticated scientific equipment may particularly benefit from participating in future tenders of a similar nature. Such contracts can facilitate growth through the expansion of client portfolios within the academic and research sectors.

## Notice

The quantum technology transfer centre at the University of Birmingham, as part of the quantum hub for metrology and sensors, has contracted for a hydrogen maser: * At least one 10MHz output * At least one pulse per second (PPS) output * All outputs to be 50 Ohm impedance * Integrated battery power supply able to power the unit for greater than 12 hours in the event of mains power failure * Stability of

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/378f684c-3bb8-4fa6-a422-9ce2c8015147 |
| 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 | 7 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | 10 Dec 2020 - 30 Apr 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £242,300 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £242,300 |
| 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 | T4 SCIENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31711300 - Electronic timekeeping systems
- 31711422 - Microwave equipment

## Release History

- 7 Jan 2021 at 18:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/378f684c-3bb8-4fa6-a422-9ce2c8015147

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/378f684c-3bb8-4fa6-a422-9ce2c8015147
  7th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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