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title: "Contract for the System Upgrade of the HTRC Shell at the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the System Upgrade of the HTRC Shell at the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5d5fecf9-dc07-4b5b-9f60-5bf97d766fb5

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has completed a contract titled "Contract for the System Upgrade of the HTRC Shell," which falls under the laboratory and optical equipment category. This contract, initiated through a Direct Award procurement method, involved a total value of £174,458.40, with a minimum value of £145,382. The contract period commenced on 14 April 2022 and concluded on 17 October 2022. The key dates of the procurement process included the tender period ending on 22 March 2022.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those that are SMEs. Companies capable of providing innovative solutions for system upgrades and enhancements within laboratories could find this contract aligns well with their services. Engaging with contracts of this nature can facilitate growth by expanding service portfolios and increasing visibility within the educational and research sectors.

## Notice

Contract for the System Upgrade of the HTRC Shell at the University of Birmingham

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b14b6519-db79-47af-b288-7000a6c7944b |
| 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 | 27 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 13 Apr 2022 - 17 Oct 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £174,458 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £145,382 |
| 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 | V A TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2022 at 09:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b14b6519-db79-47af-b288-7000a6c7944b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b14b6519-db79-47af-b288-7000a6c7944b
  27th April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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