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title: "Supply and Installation of a Live Cell Imaging System"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
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# Supply and Installation of a Live Cell Imaging System

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-92b196a1-65af-40e6-9ae3-fa6a38ab8300

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham conducted a public procurement process for the supply and installation of a Live Cell Imaging System under a direct award method. This procurement falls within the laboratory, optical and precision equipment category and was valued at £89,829. The contract period commenced on the 15th of December 2016 and is set to conclude on the 31st of January 2017. The tender was initially closed on the 5th of December 2016, with the award made on the 9th of December.

This tender presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the laboratory equipment sector to engage with a reputable institution like The University of Birmingham. Businesses specialising in precision equipment, particularly those with capabilities in live cell imaging technology, would be well-placed to compete in similar future tenders. The contracting authority's focus on SMEs indicates a supportive environment for smaller firms seeking growth through public procurement.

## Notice

Supply and Installation of a Live Cell Imaging System.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6816c47b-7c58-4612-8ac5-326e5e917c77 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Dec 2016 |
| Contract period | 15 Dec 2016 - 31 Jan 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £89,829 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £89,829 |
| 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 | CARL ZEISS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2016 at 13:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6816c47b-7c58-4612-8ac5-326e5e917c77

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6816c47b-7c58-4612-8ac5-326e5e917c77
  16th December 2016 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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