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title: "Contract for the supply of 5 x Megnetometers to the University of Birmingham"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
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# Contract for the supply of 5 x Megnetometers to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-af72c1e2-b646-4935-87ef-95f25b8134ee

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the University of Birmingham, which is seeking to purchase five zero-field optically-pumped magnetometers, classified under laboratory, optical and precision equipment. This limited tender, with a total value of £29,662.81, is currently completed with the contract period having started on 15 October 2020 and concluding on 11 December 2020. The competitive quotation tender was open until 14 October 2020, and the delivery address is located in Edgbaston, Birmingham, England.

This opportunity is particularly well-suited for businesses specialising in precision equipment and related goods, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can meet the specific requirements of laboratory equipment supply. Engaging in such tenders can facilitate growth for manufacturers or suppliers with expertise in optical technologies, providing a chance to forge partnerships with established institutions like the University of Birmingham.

## Notice

Chassis for 16 zero-field OPM channels Zero-field optically-pumped magnetometers (OPMs) including control cards Competitive quotes sought

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbc1f488-c689-479e-88a5-f8457e1a8dbb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 14 Oct 2020 - 11 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £29,662 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £29,662 |
| 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 | FIELDLINC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 26 Jan 2021 at 10:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbc1f488-c689-479e-88a5-f8457e1a8dbb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbc1f488-c689-479e-88a5-f8457e1a8dbb
  26th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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