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title: "4 x Benchtop Bioreactors"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-bdb07865-9f8d-42c1-a82a-9995773c8ca2"
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# 4 x Benchtop Bioreactors

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bdb07865-9f8d-42c1-a82a-9995773c8ca2

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## Summary

The tender titled "4 x Benchtop Bioreactors" is being initiated by Aston University, located in Birmingham, England. This procurement falls under the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment category, with an overall estimated value of £140,000 and a minimum investment threshold of £90,000. The tender period is set to conclude on 2nd December 2016, while the contract is expected to commence on 16th December 2016 and last until 28th February 2017. The procurement method is classified as "Other" and focuses on the acquisition of goods.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in laboratory equipment and related supplies. Businesses well-suited to compete for this contract are those with experience in manufacturing or supplying biotechnological products and equipment. Engaging in this procurement can aid businesses in expanding their market reach and increasing revenue through partnerships with a notable educational institution.

## Notice

4 x Benchtop Bioreactors Additional information: Tender can be found on the ProContract procurement Portal https://procontract.due-north.com/register

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6de7d68d-1cc2-412b-8ab1-031a147a9bba |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 16 Dec 2016 - 28 Feb 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £140,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 22 Nov 2016 at 11:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6de7d68d-1cc2-412b-8ab1-031a147a9bba

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6de7d68d-1cc2-412b-8ab1-031a147a9bba
  22nd November 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/register

## Provenance

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