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title: "The Supply and Installation of a Transmission Electron Microscope"
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# The Supply and Installation of a Transmission Electron Microscope

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7f33dd46-f50d-44a0-8749-d8f01e7924a5

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is currently managing a procurement process for the "Supply and Installation of a Transmission Electron Microscope". This project falls under the goods category, specifically within the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment sector, and has a total budget of up to £650,000, excluding VAT. The tender is being conducted using an open procurement method, and the tender period will close on 15 August 2018. The contract is scheduled to commence on 3 September 2018 and will extend until 23 November 2018, with delivery addresses covering multiple regions including the United Kingdom and beyond, specifically British Overseas Territories and Europe.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced materials characterisation and precision laboratory equipment. Companies with expertise in producing or supplying transmission electron microscopes or similar high-tech laboratory equipment would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The involvement of the European Structural Investment Funds suggests additional financial backing, which could further enhance prospects for successful bidders, particularly those looking to expand their market presence in the educational and research sectors.

## Notice

The University of Birmingham invites tenders for the supply of a transmission electron microscope (TEM) optimised for in-situ characterisation of advanced materials. This project is partly funded by the European Structural Investment Funds. Overall budget for this item is up to PS650K excluding VAT. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55e4b7ab-6cb4-472e-aa53-d59238618a79 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Sep 2018 - 23 Nov 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | EDGBASTON |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 13 Jul 2018 at 08:10 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55e4b7ab-6cb4-472e-aa53-d59238618a79
- 13 Jul 2018 at 08:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55e4b7ab-6cb4-472e-aa53-d59238618a79

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55e4b7ab-6cb4-472e-aa53-d59238618a79
  13th July 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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