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title: "Biosafety Cabinets 2"
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# Biosafety Cabinets 2

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5e3b3c7d-8044-441f-bd25-020534ae7837

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## Summary

Aston University, located in Birmingham, England, has completed a procurement process for the purchase of 12 Thermo Biosafety Cabinets, including installation and associated peripherals, classified under the laboratory furniture category. This procurement, valued at GBP 80,000, was conducted via a direct procurement method through a single tender action below the threshold. The tender period concluded on 28 November 2024, with the contract commencing on 1 January 2025 and ending on 31 December 2025. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase with the contract awarded to Fisher Scientific UK Ltd.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and installation services, particularly those capable of fulfilling large orders and meeting specific safety standards. Although this particular procurement did not target SMEs or VCSEs, businesses operating at scale with experience in laboratory settings would be well-suited to compete for similar future contracts from academic and research institutions like Aston University. Engaging in such tenders can enhance business portfolios and foster long-term relationships with reputable educational organisations.

## Notice

Purchase of 12 x Thermo Biosafety Cabinets, Installation and associated peripherals.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04341781-55c4-4f68-a1b9-66b7ef32d624 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £80,000 |
| 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 | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FISHER SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39180000 - Laboratory furniture

## Release History

- 28 Nov 2024 at 13:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04341781-55c4-4f68-a1b9-66b7ef32d624

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04341781-55c4-4f68-a1b9-66b7ef32d624
  28th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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