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title: "Purchase, Supply and Delivery of 10 Rotary Microtomes"
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# Purchase, Supply and Delivery of 10 Rotary Microtomes

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-de42199f-4e1f-4120-b498-c69c6d67cfd0

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## Summary

The University of Sussex has completed the procurement process for the purchase, supply and delivery of 10 rotary microtomes, classified under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. This contract was awarded to Brunel Microscopes Limited, with a procurement stage marked as "Award". The competitive quotation method was used, specifically below the threshold. The tender period ended on 6th August 2024, and the contract term runs from 7th August 2024 to 7th August 2025. Located at BN1 9RH, Brighton, the university facilitated this process, with contact available through Anna Simmons at as2573@sussex.ac.uk. The contract's total value is GBP 26,841.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as they are specifically suited for these types of procurements. Companies similar to Brunel Microscopes Limited can leverage such contracts to grow their market presence and expand their service offerings in university and educational sectors. Furthermore, participating in these limited procurement methods allows businesses to establish credibility and long-term partnerships with academic institutions.

## Notice

Purchase, Supply and Delivery of 10 Rotary Microtomes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce80214e-8f53-4a30-a4de-a22818a03623 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 6 Aug 2024 - 7 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £26,840 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £26,841 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE) |
| Locality | BRIGHTON |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN1 9RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ21 Brighton and Hove |
| Local authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Electoral ward | Coldean & Stanmer |
| Westminster constituency | Brighton Pavilion |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRUNEL MICROSCOPES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 17 Sep 2024 at 10:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce80214e-8f53-4a30-a4de-a22818a03623

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce80214e-8f53-4a30-a4de-a22818a03623
  17th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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