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title: "Contract for the Supply of bespoke steel components to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the Supply of bespoke steel components to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-aa5360d6-9e82-4777-85f2-004848e88222

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has initiated a public procurement process for a contract titled "Contract for the Supply of bespoke steel components." This procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, located in Birmingham, England. The tender period concluded on 15th July 2020, and the contract execution commenced on 16th July 2020, with an expected completion date of 31st October 2020. The value of the contract is £44,186, and it was awarded through a direct award method after the planning stage, where local suppliers were approached for the project.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for local steel manufacturers, particularly those capable of providing bespoke designs and fabrication services. Businesses that specialise in the production of custom steel components and have experience working on similar projects would be well-suited to compete for similar tenders in the future. Engaging in such contracts can facilitate partnerships with academic institutions, enhancing innovation and collaboration within the industry.

## Notice

We require a bespoke solution that can be used for multiple purposed in NBIF. A detailed design to enable multiple functions had been drafted by UoB staff prior to approaching potential Steel work suppliers. We have approached various local steel manufacturers in the West Midlands to source this equipment and to assist us in the design. No other steel manufacturers would provide quotes. Bespoke steel work manufactured to UoB NBIF research staff specific designs. Approximately 41 bespoke components designed by UoB staff. Galvanizing of all steel sections. Steel work is for the support of Actuators, the support of conveyor systems, for the construction of Steel Boxes and other experimental needs. Delivery to the NBIF site in October.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf58130f-35be-492b-97ec-e95b9e4c8c50 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jul 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 15 Jul 2020 - 31 Oct 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £44,186 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £44,186 |
| 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 | F. H. WARDEN (STEEL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 17 Aug 2020 at 10:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf58130f-35be-492b-97ec-e95b9e4c8c50

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf58130f-35be-492b-97ec-e95b9e4c8c50
  17th August 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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