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title: "Contract for the Supply of a miniFactory Ultra 3D Printer plus accessories to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the Supply of a miniFactory Ultra 3D Printer plus accessories to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9aa4291f-db78-412d-bdd1-5719e18f6d0a

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is seeking suppliers for the Contract for the Supply of a miniFactory Ultra 3D Printer along with accessories. This procurement falls under the category of Laboratory, optical and precision equipment, with a total contract value of £73,860.54. The procurement process commenced with the end date for tender submissions on 8 March 2022. The awarded contract period began on 10 March 2022 and is set to conclude on 3 May 2022. The procurement method utilised for this process was a Direct Award, emphasising a streamlined approach.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the manufacturing and educational technology sectors. Businesses capable of providing high-quality 3D printing equipment and accessories, particularly those experienced in direct sales to educational institutions, will find this contract aligns well with their offerings. The contract with Create Education Project Ltd suggests a collaborative procurement approach, indicating a preference for suppliers who can seamlessly integrate educational resources with innovative technology.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply of a miniFactory Ultra 3D Printer plus accessories to the University of Birmingham

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3f941a0-0b6f-4b3d-95f4-fcfa3d74c45e |
| 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 | 1 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 10 Mar 2022 - 3 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £73,860 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £61,550 |
| 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 | CREATE EDUCATION PROJECT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2022 at 12:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3f941a0-0b6f-4b3d-95f4-fcfa3d74c45e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3f941a0-0b6f-4b3d-95f4-fcfa3d74c45e
  1st April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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