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title: "968 - Biosafety Cabinets"
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# 968 - Biosafety Cabinets

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-67995290-ec22-4b2f-b3cb-0d4db34d7e74

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## Summary

Aston University, based in Birmingham, has completed the procurement process for the supply, installation, and commissioning of biosafety cabinets, including the removal of existing units. This tender, titled "968 - Biosafety Cabinets", falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment (excluding glasses) with an additional focus on laboratory furniture. A contract valued at £160,000 has been awarded following a further competition via the Laboratory Equipment (General) and Associated Post Installation Services framework. The tender process concluded with an award on 16 September 2024, and the contract period spans from 2 October 2024 to 30 September 2026.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production and installation of laboratory equipment. As the tender requires both the provision and commissioning of specialised biosafety cabinets, companies with expertise in high-precision laboratory solutions and post-installation services are ideally positioned to compete. The project’s wide geographic delivery scope, including the United Kingdom and international locations such as the British Overseas Territories and Europe, further broadens the potential for global business growth. Companies focusing on laboratory equipment and those looking to expand their services globally would find valuable opportunities in such procurements. Fisher Scientific UK Ltd, a large-scale supplier, successfully secured this award, highlighting the scale and capability required for participating businesses.

## Notice

Biosafety Cabinets - Supply, Installation & Commissioning. Removal of existing units. Awarded following a further competition via the following framework: Laboratory Equipment (General) and Associated Post Installation Services LAB5061 LU Lot 3 - Safety

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6815a5e0-3517-4f37-b6cc-7a7c4fde66b8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Oct 2024 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £160,000 |
| 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

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 39180000 - Laboratory furniture

## Release History

- 2 Oct 2024 at 12:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6815a5e0-3517-4f37-b6cc-7a7c4fde66b8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6815a5e0-3517-4f37-b6cc-7a7c4fde66b8
  2nd October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aston.ac.uk

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