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title: "Supply and Installation of a Transmission Electron Microscope to the University of Birmingham (ESIF Funded)"
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# Supply and Installation of a Transmission Electron Microscope to the University of Birmingham (ESIF Funded)

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-892d1659-31fc-457e-9f4e-fa9d23aa7ed0

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is conducting a procurement process for the supply and installation of a Transmission Electron Microscope, funded by the European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF). This open tender is classified under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment and has a total value of £350,000. The tender period closed on 15th November 2018, while the contract is set to run from 22nd November to 20th December 2018, based in Birmingham, England.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the scientific equipment and laboratory services sector, particularly companies that specialise in high-precision instruments. Given the nature of the contract, larger suppliers with experience in delivering complex machinery and installation services would be well-suited to compete. This project not only enhances the University’s research capabilities but can also spur innovation and collaboration within the industry.

## Notice

Supply and Installation of a Transmission Electron Microscope (ESIF FUNDED)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4dc49942-eb6a-406b-8929-fdc4df7eb255 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Nov 2018 |
| Contract period | 22 Nov 2018 - 20 Dec 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £350,000 |
| 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 | TSS MICROSCOPY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 22 Nov 2018 at 15:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4dc49942-eb6a-406b-8929-fdc4df7eb255

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4dc49942-eb6a-406b-8929-fdc4df7eb255
  22nd November 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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