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title: "Contract for the Supply and Installation of two 461nm Free Space Lasers to the University of Birmingham"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
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# Contract for the Supply and Installation of two 461nm Free Space Lasers to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7efaf16c-a0b1-4952-bde3-04f2e7f7e91c

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## Summary

The procurement process entails a contract for the supply and installation of two 461nm Free Space Lasers, awarded by The University of Birmingham, located in Birmingham, England. The tender, classified under the CPV code for laboratory, optical and precision equipment, was conducted through an open procurement method. The tender period concluded on 12 October 2020, with the contract period commencing on 27 October 2020 and running until 15 December 2020. The total contract value was £59,999.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in precision optical equipment and installation services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in laboratory equipment supply and installation are particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts, allowing them to expand their capabilities and reach within the public procurement sector.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply and Installation of two 461nm Free Space Lasers to the University of Birmingham

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/803c5fbb-fe9d-4f45-a98b-623c16c6fc31 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 27 Oct 2020 - 15 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £59,999 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £59,999 |
| 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 | PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 19 Nov 2020 at 09:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/803c5fbb-fe9d-4f45-a98b-623c16c6fc31

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/803c5fbb-fe9d-4f45-a98b-623c16c6fc31
  19th November 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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