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title: "Purchase of thin-film system for integration in existing glove box"
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# Purchase of thin-film system for integration in existing glove box

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-58ac3d30-233f-4e18-8cd8-959c9c8c8cf0

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## Summary

The University of Bristol has completed a procurement process for the purchase of a thin-film system intended for integration into an existing glove box. This contract falls within the laboratory, optical and precision equipment sector and is valued at £57,000. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure, which is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary or community sector enterprises (VCSEs). The tender period concluded on 22nd January 2021, with the contract period running from 3rd March 2021 to 2nd March 2022, and the award was published on 12th March 2021.

This tender provides a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in precision equipment and technology related to laboratory settings. Companies that can offer innovative thin-film systems or complementary products and services will find themselves well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. Engaging with public procurement can support growth for SMEs and VCSEs looking to expand their market presence, especially in the academic and research sectors.

## Notice

Purchase of thin-film system for integration in existing glove box

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/944d939f-dfdf-48c9-8b6e-14b3d2de7193 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 3 Mar 2021 - 2 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £57,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £57,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HHV |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 12 Mar 2021 at 14:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/944d939f-dfdf-48c9-8b6e-14b3d2de7193

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/944d939f-dfdf-48c9-8b6e-14b3d2de7193
  12th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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