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title: "Contract for the supply of a Freeman FT4 Rheometer to the University of Birmingham"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
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# Contract for the supply of a Freeman FT4 Rheometer to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b066c08c-4ffe-4aeb-b7e0-61c4a5c1b1d3

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has recently completed a procurement process for the supply of a Freeman FT4 Rheometer, valued at £30,696. This contract falls within the Laboratory, optical and precision equipment industry category (CPV code 38000000) and was executed through a direct award procurement method. The contract period commenced on 1st April 2020 and concluded on 25th May 2020, following an end date for the tender period on 31st March 2020. The delivery address for the equipment was located in Birmingham, England.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and precision instruments, especially those capable of supplying high-quality rheometers. Companies that are established suppliers in the scientific instruments field or have a focus on innovative laboratory solutions would be particularly well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging in such contracts can enhance business growth by establishing relationships with prestigious academic institutions like the University of Birmingham.

## Notice

FT4 Powder Rheometer

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69907364-9d4e-4c85-a61c-94a9667e975a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2020 - 25 May 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,696 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,696 |
| 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 | FREEMAN TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 4 May 2020 at 14:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69907364-9d4e-4c85-a61c-94a9667e975a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69907364-9d4e-4c85-a61c-94a9667e975a
  4th May 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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