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title: "536 - Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV)"
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# 536 - Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV)

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bc45ba2c-84a6-4056-9e5b-fb3719f24005

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Aston University, involved the tender titled "536 - Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV)" for an optical reader machine. This procurement, categorised under the services sector, was conducted using an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 25th September 2020. The awarded contract, valued at £98,000, commenced on 22nd November 2020 and is set to conclude on 31st December 2020. The project location is Birmingham, England, with delivery addresses extending to various regions, including the UK and Europe.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the optical equipment industry, specifically those specialising in optical readers and related technology. SMEs with expertise in providing integrated technical solutions would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. Engaging with the contracting authority, Aston University, and showcasing relevant capabilities could enhance business development prospects in the academic and research sectors.

## Notice

A fully integrated Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) machine.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33aeab52-9a55-45ea-864d-8bc06708f996 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 22 Nov 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £98,000 |
| 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 | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LAVISIONUK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30216100 - Optical readers
- 30216120 - Optical-character-recognition equipment

## Release History

- 17 Nov 2020 at 15:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33aeab52-9a55-45ea-864d-8bc06708f996

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33aeab52-9a55-45ea-864d-8bc06708f996
  17th November 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aston.ac.uk

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