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title: "Contract for the Bespoke and co-designed GPS units and tracking equipment for the Birmingham Observatory"
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# Contract for the Bespoke and co-designed GPS units and tracking equipment for the Birmingham Observatory

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5bf052e9-9788-4d54-ac94-a47272e3d721

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## Summary

The procurement process involves THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM, which has awarded a contract for the bespoke and co-designed GPS units and tracking equipment for the Birmingham Observatory. This procurement falls under the goods category, with a focus on laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The contract was awarded with a total value of £32,130 and the contract period commenced on 12th February 2020, concluding on 24th March 2020. The tender was initially open until 28th January 2020 and followed a direct award procurement method.

This contract presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in the design and supply of precision equipment, particularly those with capabilities in creating bespoke solutions for clients. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to engage in such tenders, as they are well-suited to meet the unique requirements of this contract while driving growth and innovation within their sectors.

## Notice

Contract for the supply of Bespoke and co-designed GPS units and tracking equipment for the Birmingham Observatory

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08820bef-3d03-4ea5-8d3a-b416435219d7 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jan 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Feb 2020 |
| Contract period | 12 Feb 2020 - 24 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £32,130 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £32,130 |
| 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 | PATHTRACK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2020 at 13:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08820bef-3d03-4ea5-8d3a-b416435219d7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08820bef-3d03-4ea5-8d3a-b416435219d7
  27th February 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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