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title: "Contract for the Supply and Installation of a SolsTiS 5000 PSX R and SolsTiS 1600 PSX R + EOM to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the Supply and Installation of a SolsTiS 5000 PSX R and SolsTiS 1600 PSX R + EOM to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c65fe079-b58f-456b-9a62-1f5b530e6a83

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is seeking suppliers for a contract to supply and install specialised laboratory equipment, specifically the SolsTiS 5000 PSX R and SolsTiS 1600 PSX R lasers, with a total contract value of £179,500. This contract falls under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment (excluding glasses) and was awarded following a limited procurement process through a competitive quotation method. The contract period began on 9th October 2019 and will last until 29th February 2020. The tender period concluded on 7th October 2019.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in high-precision scientific equipment and laser technology. Companies engaged in the manufacture, supply, or installation of laboratory equipment would be well-positioned to compete, particularly those with experience in high-value contracts within the educational or research sectors. The successful execution of such contracts can significantly enhance a business's portfolio and credibility within the market, opening doors for further collaborations with academic institutions and research facilities.

## Notice

SolsTiS 5000 PSX R- narrow linewidth Ti:Sa laser, ICE-BLOC system control electronics, chiller, pump integration kit (PIK) and 18W low noise single frequency DPSS pump. SolsTiS 1600 PSX R: narrow linewidth Ti:Sa laser, ICE-BLOC system control electronics, chiller, pump integration kit (PIK) and 8W low noise single frequency DPSS pump.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad61d7dd-d8fe-4210-b871-bc09ef70b0e6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Oct 2019 |
| Contract period | 8 Oct 2019 - 29 Feb 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £179,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £179,500 |
| 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 | M-SQUARED LASERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 9 Oct 2019 at 15:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad61d7dd-d8fe-4210-b871-bc09ef70b0e6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad61d7dd-d8fe-4210-b871-bc09ef70b0e6
  9th October 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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