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title: "369 Environmental Scanning Electron Microscope (ESEM)"
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# 369 Environmental Scanning Electron Microscope (ESEM)

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d36d80e1-e03e-4a25-a6db-37d1688949c5

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## Summary

Aston University, located in Birmingham, is seeking suppliers for the tender titled "369 Environmental Scanning Electron Microscope (ESEM)," which falls under the category of Laboratory, optical and precision equipment (excluding glasses). The procurement process is currently at the Award stage, with the tender period having concluded on 16 April 2018. The contract value is approximately £316,948, and the new contract is set to begin on 12 September 2018, lasting until 13 September 2023.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the scientific and laboratory equipment sector, particularly those specialising in high-tech instruments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is open and caters to a diverse range of suppliers. Companies with expertise in providing precision equipment and related support services would be well-suited to compete for this contract, which could facilitate growth through collaboration with a reputable educational institution.

## Notice

Environmental Scanning Electron Microscope (ESEM)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22d66508-4d52-43f2-a336-4b7466da4d99 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2018 |
| Contract period | 11 Sep 2018 - 13 Sep 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £325,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £316,948 |
| 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 | 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## 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 08:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22d66508-4d52-43f2-a336-4b7466da4d99

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22d66508-4d52-43f2-a336-4b7466da4d99
  19th September 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=a6036b18-9527-e811-80eb-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aston.ac.uk

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