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title: "Laboratory Capital Equipment"
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current_stage: "Award"
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# Laboratory Capital Equipment

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-61bad3d3-2a5b-4aa7-b85b-0789bb1628e2

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Laboratory Capital Equipment" contract, undertaken by the University of Plymouth, focuses on acquiring dental chairs within the laboratory furniture category. This selective procurement method involves a call-off from a framework agreement. The award was made on 22nd April 2025, with the contract period running until 21st July 2025. The contract, valued at £334,680, targets suppliers in the South West region of the United Kingdom. Key stakeholders include the University of Plymouth as the buyer and Henry Schein Dental as the awarded supplier. The procurement stage is currently at the "Award" phase, indicating the completion of tender evaluations and selection of the successful supplier.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for large-scale suppliers capable of providing specialised laboratory furniture like dental chairs. Although the framework arrangement limits opportunities for smaller enterprises, it ensures high procurement standards and consistent supply chain management. Companies with robust production capabilities and experience in meeting selective contract criteria are well-positioned to compete in similar tenders. Engaging in such contracts can provide businesses with a stable revenue stream and enhance their portfolio within the educational sector.

## Notice

Dental Chairs

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10e3b630-a5b0-4ccc-ad0f-53c5ddd67615 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 21 Apr 2025 - 21 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £334,680 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £334,680 |
| 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 PLYMOUTH |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL4 8AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | Drake |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HENRY SCHEIN DENTAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 39180000 - Laboratory furniture

## Release History

- 21 May 2025 at 08:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10e3b630-a5b0-4ccc-ad0f-53c5ddd67615

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10e3b630-a5b0-4ccc-ad0f-53c5ddd67615
  21st May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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