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title: "Contract for the Supply of Fibre Optic Strain Measurement System (for NBIF)"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
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# Contract for the Supply of Fibre Optic Strain Measurement System (for NBIF)

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5da2707a-284d-475f-8c88-5e8bb265fc68

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has completed a procurement process for the "Contract for the Supply of Fibre Optic Strain Measurement System" within the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment sector, specifically classified under CPV code 38000000. The procurement was executed via an open procedure, with a contract value of £130,000. The tender period concluded on 18th December 2017, and the contract is set to run from 21st December 2017 to 28th February 2018. The goods were intended to be delivered to a location in Birmingham, England, with the University acting as the buyer throughout the process.

This opportunity presents a significant prospect for businesses that specialise in advanced laboratory and optical equipment, particularly SMEs that have the capacity to provide high-quality optical strain measurement systems. Competitors with experience in similar supply contracts or who are developing innovative solutions in the field can benefit from this contract, which was successfully awarded to Luna Innovations Incorporated. Bidders should align their offerings with the specifications detailed in the tender to enhance their chances of success in similar future opportunities.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply of Fibre Optic Strain Measurement System (for NBIF)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ebfec43-509f-434f-98e5-9517599bae79 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Dec 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Dec 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Dec 2017 |
| Contract period | 21 Dec 2017 - 28 Feb 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £130,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £130,000 |
| 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 | 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 | LUNA INNOVATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 22 Dec 2017 at 11:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ebfec43-509f-434f-98e5-9517599bae79

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ebfec43-509f-434f-98e5-9517599bae79
  22nd December 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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