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title: "Laboratory Equipment"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
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# Laboratory Equipment

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dec63dd1-4080-4b31-b391-6f25dc2b4aac

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has completed a procurement process for the acquisition of laboratory equipment. This tender, identified as SC12681/24, falls within the industry category of "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)" and involves the delivery to B15 2TT, Birmingham, England. The process was conducted using a single contract from three quotes, encompassing the procurement of goods. The tender period concluded on 1st June 2024, and the contract period commenced on 2nd June 2024, set to conclude on 25th January 2025. The total contract value is GBP 34,850, and the awarded supplier is Toptica Photonics Limited.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and related accessories. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were particularly encouraged to participate in this tender, given its suitability requirements. The contract signifies a meaningful opportunity for suppliers to establish or enhance their rapport with an esteemed institution, potentially leading to future business prospects in the sector of advanced lab equipment and other precision instruments. These opportunities cater well to businesses aiming to expand their market reach and enhance their portfolio within the domain of scientific and academic supplies.

## Notice

Laboratory Equipment

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dc4e27d-f746-4c23-9a8a-dbeed539f6ea |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Single Contract from 3 Quotes |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2024 - 25 Jan 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £34,850 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £34,850 |
| 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 | TOPTICA PHOTONICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 20 Nov 2024 at 13:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dc4e27d-f746-4c23-9a8a-dbeed539f6ea

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dc4e27d-f746-4c23-9a8a-dbeed539f6ea
  20th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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