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title: "Hardware update to existing FRET microscopy system"
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# Hardware update to existing FRET microscopy system

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-930cfa2a-a5d9-4fc6-8984-05e796cb3700

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## Summary

The procurement process involved a tender from THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM for a hardware update to their existing FRET microscopy system. Classified under the industry category of microscopes, the procurement utilised a direct award method and is currently in the Award stage. The contract was officially awarded on 17th March 2022, with a total value of £50,760.16. The contract period spans from 30th March 2022 to 30th June 2022, with delivery expected at the University's address in Birmingham, postal code B152TT. The tender period concluded on 17th March 2022.

This contract presents growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in laboratory equipment and scientific instrument upgrades. Businesses with expertise in microsystems, particularly those that can provide hardware and support for advanced microscopy systems, would find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging in this procurement process could lead to valuable partnerships and increased visibility within the academic and research sectors.

## Notice

Hardware update to existing FRET microscopy system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98b606fb-ad7a-40b3-b592-831eeda46fe9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 29 Mar 2022 - 30 Jun 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,760 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £50,760 |
| 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 | CAIRN RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2022 at 12:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98b606fb-ad7a-40b3-b592-831eeda46fe9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98b606fb-ad7a-40b3-b592-831eeda46fe9
  31st March 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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