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title: "Contract for the Supply of Test Rig"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
published: "2018-03-13"
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# Contract for the Supply of Test Rig

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6dfb2248-eb64-4a60-b186-a26f166ccbe4

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has successfully completed a tender for the supply of a Test Rig, valued at £80,000 GBP. This procurement, classified under laboratory, optical and precision equipment, falls within the goods category. The procurement stage was at the award stage, with the contract running from 13 March 2018 to 30 April 2018. The submission deadline for tenders was 7 February 2018, and the delivery address is located in Birmingham, England.

This contract presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the manufacturing and supply sector, particularly those with experience in laboratory equipment or precision instruments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can offer innovative solutions or specialised products would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. The procurement method was a direct award, indicating potential for streamlined engagement for suitable suppliers.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply of Test Rig

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25404deb-4da7-460c-93a9-cba3cb977d1e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award SSA |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Feb 2018 |
| Contract period | 13 Mar 2018 - 30 Apr 2018 |
| 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 | 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 | HUBBARD PRODUCTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 13 Mar 2018 at 14:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25404deb-4da7-460c-93a9-cba3cb977d1e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25404deb-4da7-460c-93a9-cba3cb977d1e
  13th March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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