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title: "Contract for the supply of Micropiv System to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the supply of Micropiv System to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e8824dbf-bc7b-4c3e-bdc6-d1fd1dca9cee

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has completed a procurement process for the supply of a Micropiv System, including a specific Laser and Microscope model, valued at £95,501. This award was made following a limited procurement method, specifically a competitive quotation below the threshold. The contract was awarded on 11 December 2020, with the contract period running from 12 December 2020 to 12 February 2021. The procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, specifically recognised within the CPV classification 38000000 and relevant to the Birmingham area (postal code B15 2TT).

This tender presents a solid opportunity for businesses in the laboratory equipment and scientific instruments sector, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can fulfil the specifications of advanced scientific tools. Competitive suppliers with expertise in optical equipment and accessories would be well-suited to pursue similar contracts, benefiting from partnerships with academic institutions and expanding their market presence in the public sector.

## Notice

Supply of PIV YAG65-15-LIT Laser 65 mJ 15 Hz YAG,Microscope Nikon TE2000S W/EPI and various modules and accessories

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2a802fc-5af6-484f-98e1-68530da45a8d |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | 12 Dec 2020 - 12 Feb 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £95,501 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £95,501 |
| 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 | TSI INSTRUMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 18 Jan 2021 at 15:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2a802fc-5af6-484f-98e1-68530da45a8d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2a802fc-5af6-484f-98e1-68530da45a8d
  18th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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