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title: "UKRI Microplotter II"
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# UKRI Microplotter II

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c48dfc0e-bb06-4111-82cd-833672afc935

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "UKRI Microplotter II" contract, initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited, involves the acquisition of one Microplotter for the UKRI Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). This contract falls under the industry category of research, testing, and scientific technical simulation and was processed using a direct procurement method, specifically through a single tender action below threshold. The tender was awarded on the 7th of October 2019, with the contract period extending from the 8th of October to the 15th of November 2019. The delivery address for this requirement is located in Southampton, England, with a contract value of £35,819.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific equipment and related technological services. Companies that manufacture or supply scientific simulators and research instruments would be particularly well-suited to pursue similar contracts, as they align with the procurement requirements of government organisations like UKRI. Such contracts can enhance a company's visibility and establish strong relationships with public sector clients, promoting future growth in the sector.

## Notice

The purchase of 1 x Microplotter for UKRI NERC.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/349ad45a-2283-4aa7-982c-69fbb6cd2f25 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Oct 2019 |
| Contract period | 7 Oct 2019 - 15 Nov 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,819 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,819 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

## Release History

- 10 Oct 2019 at 08:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/349ad45a-2283-4aa7-982c-69fbb6cd2f25

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/349ad45a-2283-4aa7-982c-69fbb6cd2f25
  10th October 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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