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title: "Contract for the Supply and Installation of Biomek i-Series Span-8 liquid handler with enclosure system"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
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# Contract for the Supply and Installation of Biomek i-Series Span-8 liquid handler with enclosure system

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b2c24121-e8e6-4442-9150-3e6b45e5fe5b

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham, located in Edgbaston, Birmingham, initiated a public procurement process entitled "Contract for the Supply and Installation of Biomek i-Series Span-8 liquid handler with enclosure system." This procurement, classified under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, was conducted as a mini competition under the APUC Ltd National Framework Agreement. The tender period ended on 21 November 2017, and the awarded contract, valued at £176,691, commenced on 29 March 2018 and concluded on 18 October 2018.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory automation and liquid handling systems, particularly those that are part of the Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges framework. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that meet the specified criteria and have proven expertise in relevant technology would be well-suited to compete. The successful supplier for this tender was Beckman Coulter United Kingdom Ltd., highlighting the potential for innovation and collaboration in this niche market.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply and Installation of Biomek i-Series Span-8 liquid handler with enclosure system to the University of Birmingham. Additional information: This mini competition was run under the APUC Ltd National Framework Agreement for Liquid Handling Robotics and Laboratory Automation Systems; Ref LAB1014AP. Responses to this tender were only accepted from suppliers that have been awarded a Framework under the APUC Ltd. (Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges) - Liquid Handling Robotics.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/590450a2-46fb-4657-89ef-6b57a47bf908 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Framework Mini Tender |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 28 Mar 2018 - 18 Oct 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £176,691 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £176,691 |
| 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 | BECKMAN COULTER UNITED KINGDOM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2019 at 11:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/590450a2-46fb-4657-89ef-6b57a47bf908

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/590450a2-46fb-4657-89ef-6b57a47bf908
  4th March 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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