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title: "Contract for the Supply of Panda Research/FRANKA Research Package"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
published: "2018-04-09"
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# Contract for the Supply of Panda Research/FRANKA Research Package

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7107fccd-0b79-44c8-9f6a-7644a162b4c6

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has completed a public procurement process for the contract titled "Contract for the Supply of Panda Research/FRANKA Research Package." This contract falls under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, with a total value of £36,756.34. The procurement method adopted was a direct award single source approval, and the contract period commenced on 9th April 2018, lasting until 6th July 2018. The tender period ended on 6th April 2018, with delivery to be made to a specified address in Birmingham, England.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of specialised laboratory equipment and related goods. Companies with capabilities in research and laboratory supply, particularly those qualified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), are well-suited to compete in similar procurement processes. Engaging with institutions like the University of Birmingham can lead to expanded business prospects and potentially long-term partnerships in the academic and research sector.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply of Panda Research/FRANKA Research Package

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4800fb9-3737-4948-be2a-6fee296e8e90 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award Single Source Approval |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Apr 2018 |
| Contract period | 8 Apr 2018 - 6 Jul 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,756 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £36,756 |
| 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 | FRANKA EMIKA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 9 Apr 2018 at 15:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4800fb9-3737-4948-be2a-6fee296e8e90

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4800fb9-3737-4948-be2a-6fee296e8e90
  9th April 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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