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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
published: "2017-03-16"
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# Contract

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cd65ddf4-e535-4284-9b42-e57e5d635a56

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the University of Birmingham, which has awarded a contract for the supply and installation of a high-sensitivity high-resolution Proton-Reaction Time-Of-Flight Mass Spectrometer System. Classified under the CPV category for laboratory, optical and precision equipment, this procurement was conducted through a direct award method. The contract, valued at £364,000, was officially published on 16 March 2017, following the tender period that closed on 23 February 2017. The contract period spans from 16 March 2017 to 31 July 2017, with delivery expected at the University’s address located in Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TT.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, as it signifies a demand for advanced scientific instrumentation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) should consider competing, as these contracts often favour agile companies capable of delivering innovative solutions. Businesses that can demonstrate expertise in high-tech equipment and possess a strong understanding of the scientific sector will be well-positioned to engage in future tenders within this field, fostering growth and potential collaboration with established institutions like the University of Birmingham.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply and Installation of High-Sensitivity High-Resolution Proton-Reaction Time-Of-Flight Mass Spectrometer System

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bd51036-cf02-4f1b-b462-90edd886e3c9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Mar 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Feb 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Feb 2017 |
| Contract period | 16 Mar 2017 - 31 Jul 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £364,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £364,000 |
| 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 | 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 | IONICON ANALYTIK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 16 Mar 2017 at 16:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bd51036-cf02-4f1b-b462-90edd886e3c9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bd51036-cf02-4f1b-b462-90edd886e3c9
  16th March 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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