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title: "Mini Competition for the Supply and Installation of a Scanning Electron Microscope the University of Birmingham"
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# Mini Competition for the Supply and Installation of a Scanning Electron Microscope the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ae9a4df4-fe4a-42ec-adf6-dbff53300335

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has completed a mini competition for the supply and installation of a Scanning Electron Microscope, with a total contract value of £360,000. This procurement falls under the goods category and was conducted through a mini competition method as part of the NWUPC Framework for High Value Laboratory Equipment. The tender period ended on 21 March 2022, and the contract period commenced on 27 April 2022, lasting until 30 June 2022. The contract was awarded to Carl Zeiss Ltd, a large-scale supplier based in the UK, after the process was publicly announced on 28 April 2022.

This opportunity is particularly relevant for businesses in the laboratory equipment sector, specifically those specialising in high-value scientific instruments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage with such tenders, as they often provide a pathway for competitive advantages in niche markets within the scientific community. Businesses with experience in providing advanced technological equipment and installation services will find notable opportunities for growth through participation in similar future contracts.

## Notice

Mini Competition for the Supply and Installation of a Scanning Electron Microscope the University of Birmingham. Made as a call off to NWUPC Framework for High Value Laboratory Equipment (HVLE) Reference LAB3123 NW - Lot 5 - Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEMs).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a920a65-8e25-4546-9ce5-023c37343ca5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Mini Competition under NWUPC Framework for High Value Laboratory Equipment (HVLE) Reference LAB3123 NW - Lot 5 - Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEMs) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Apr 2022 |
| Contract period | 26 Apr 2022 - 30 Jun 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £360,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £300,000 |
| 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

- 38511100 - Scanning electron microscopes

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2022 at 07:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a920a65-8e25-4546-9ce5-023c37343ca5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a920a65-8e25-4546-9ce5-023c37343ca5
  28th April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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