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title: "Supply of Goods - Robot Arms and Mobile Platforms"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
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# Supply of Goods - Robot Arms and Mobile Platforms

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ce216c0f-0a67-448c-9469-266f27240bf1

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has successfully completed the procurement process for the supply of goods, specifically robot arms and mobile platforms. This contract, classified under the CPV code for laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, was awarded to Kuka Robotics UK Ltd on 17th September 2018, with a total value of £150,959.57. The contract period commenced on 18th September 2018 and is set to conclude on 11th January 2019. The procurement was carried out through a direct award method, with the delivery address located in Birmingham, England, and the tender period ended on 17th September 2018.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in the manufacturing and supply of precision equipment, particularly those specialising in robotics and automation technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in this sector may find this a valuable opportunity to expand their market presence. Competing businesses should focus on innovative product offerings and demonstrate their capability to deliver high-quality goods that meet the specific needs outlined in this procurement.

## Notice

Supply of Goods - Robot Arms and Mobile Platforms

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b2cca8a-8c8d-4ea2-a431-6784f68427b5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Sep 2018 |
| Contract period | 17 Sep 2018 - 11 Jan 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,959 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £150,959 |
| 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 | KUKA ROBOTICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 19 Sep 2018 at 15:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b2cca8a-8c8d-4ea2-a431-6784f68427b5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b2cca8a-8c8d-4ea2-a431-6784f68427b5
  19th September 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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