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title: "Contract for the supply and installation of a Single Molecule Localisation Microscope to the University"
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# Contract for the supply and installation of a Single Molecule Localisation Microscope to the University

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-92a78a07-9630-4bba-af88-5c7cc187b63e

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the University of Birmingham, which has initiated a contract for the supply and installation of a Single Molecule Localisation Microscope. This contract falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on microscopes (CPV code: 38510000). The procurement method employed is an open procedure above the threshold. The tender period concluded on 18 December 2019, with the contract period spanning from 20 December 2019 to 27 March 2020. The location of the procurement is Edgbaston, Birmingham, with a contract value of £223,351.33.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in laboratory equipment, scientific instruments, or similar technology sectors. Suppliers capable of providing high-quality microscopy solutions and installation services are well-suited to compete for contracts of this nature. The award was granted to Oxford Nanoimaging Ltd, a large supplier in this field, indicating the competitive landscape and potential for growth for businesses entering the microscopy and scientific instrumentation market.

## Notice

Contract for the supply and installation of a Single Molecule Localisation Microscope to the University of Birmingham.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4d3cfa6e-a3e7-4937-892e-b7b6f4e40542 |
| 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 | 7 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Dec 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Dec 2019 |
| Contract period | 20 Dec 2019 - 27 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £223,351 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £223,351 |
| 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 | OXFORD NANOIMAGING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 7 Jan 2020 at 12:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4d3cfa6e-a3e7-4937-892e-b7b6f4e40542

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4d3cfa6e-a3e7-4937-892e-b7b6f4e40542
  7th January 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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