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title: "Supply and Installation of a Cleared Tissue Microscope"
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# Supply and Installation of a Cleared Tissue Microscope

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7d931df0-5b7a-4874-a3c0-57748b4b0a88

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has completed a procurement process for the supply and installation of a cleared tissue microscope, classified under the microscopes industry category (CPV code: 38510000). The contract, valued at £209,861.45, was awarded following an open procurement method and was published on 20 December 2018. The tender period concluded on 17 December 2018, and the contract commenced on 20 December 2018, with an end date of 20 March 2019. This procurement process took place in Birmingham, England.

This tender presents an opportunity for suppliers, particularly SMEs, to engage in the healthcare and research sectors. Companies specialising in microscopy equipment, laboratory supplies, and installation services would be well-positioned to compete. Given the focus on innovative microscopy solutions, businesses that can demonstrate expertise and value in this niche market may find significant avenues for growth through partnerships with institutions like the University of Birmingham.

## Notice

Supply and Installation of a Cleared Tissue Microscope

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/865ac3ec-cd96-4823-a831-70f29da82094 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Dec 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Dec 2018 |
| Contract period | 20 Dec 2018 - 20 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £209,861 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £209,861 |
| 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 | LAVISION BIOTEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2018 at 11:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/865ac3ec-cd96-4823-a831-70f29da82094

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/865ac3ec-cd96-4823-a831-70f29da82094
  20th December 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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