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title: "Contract for the Supply of a Service contract for 3 UPLC-MS Instruments to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the Supply of a Service contract for 3 UPLC-MS Instruments to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d91df7ad-9a36-4c30-8af7-15787a802c8a

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## Summary

The procurement process involves a contract for the supply of three UPLC-MS instruments initiated by the University of Birmingham, a prominent educational institution in Birmingham, England. This tender has been classified under the Repair and Maintenance Services category, with a total contract value of £57,510.87. The direct award procurement method was used, and the contract period commenced on 1st October 2021 and will conclude on 30th September 2022. The tender period ended on 24th September 2021, and all relevant activities were concluded by the publication date of 19th October 2021.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and services, particularly those that can provide high-quality maintenance and support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are specifically encouraged to participate, as the competition may favour firms that can offer tailored solutions and personalised service. Competitors in this space, particularly those with experience and capabilities in servicing high-end analytical instruments, will find themselves well suited to compete for this contract.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply of a Service contract for 3 UPLC-MS Instruments to the University of Birmingham

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6d74bf0-5ee0-4a33-8e2d-93f86546637f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2021 - 30 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £57,510 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £57,510 |
| 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 | THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 19 Oct 2021 at 13:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6d74bf0-5ee0-4a33-8e2d-93f86546637f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6d74bf0-5ee0-4a33-8e2d-93f86546637f
  19th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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