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title: "Supply of Service Contract for Research Microscopes to the University of Birmingham"
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# Supply of Service Contract for Research Microscopes to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-53ececb8-b34a-4a7a-aec9-96a61cdf9a01

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has awarded a contract titled "Supply of Service Contract for Research Microscopes" to Carl Zeiss Microscopy Limited, focusing on the renewal of the annual maintenance contract for technology hub microscopes. This procurement, categorized under laboratory, optical and precision equipment, was completed with a total value of £45,063.60. The contract period began on 8th April 2020 and will conclude on 28th February 2021. The procurement method utilised was a direct award under the initiation type of tender, with the tender period officially closing on 13th March 2020.

This tender presents a potential opportunity for businesses in the laboratory and scientific equipment services sector, particularly those specializing in maintenance and support for microscopy technologies. Companies with the capacity and expertise to handle sophisticated laboratory equipment and those offering tailored service contracts would be well-positioned to compete in future tenders within this niche market, contributing to business growth in the evolving needs of academic institutions and research facilities.

## Notice

Renewal of annual maintenance contract for technology hub microscopes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bb84529-97e5-42d1-a40a-6b06bb7a573a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 7 Apr 2020 - 28 Feb 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £45,063 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £45,063 |
| 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 | CARL ZEISS MICROSCOPY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 4 May 2020 at 12:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bb84529-97e5-42d1-a40a-6b06bb7a573a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bb84529-97e5-42d1-a40a-6b06bb7a573a
  4th May 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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