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title: "Contract for the Supply of ForceBoard - Universal friction and 2D force tester and associated software to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the Supply of ForceBoard - Universal friction and 2D force tester and associated software to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e9b9c067-9628-4526-b2cc-9cd2b052fcb4

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has successfully completed a contract for the supply of a ForceBoard - Universal friction and 2D force tester along with associated software. This public procurement process, classified under the Measuring instruments category, was awarded on January 28, 2022, with a total contract value of £46,820. The procurement method utilised was a Direct Award, and the contract period commenced on February 1, 2022, continuing until February 24, 2022. The delivery address for the contract is located in Birmingham, England.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced measuring instruments and related software solutions, particularly those who are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Given the nature of the procurement, companies with expertise in precision testing equipment and innovative technologies in engineering would be well-suited to engage in future tenders from the University of Birmingham and similar entities. Competitors should emphasise their capacity to meet specialised requirements while demonstrating value through competitive pricing and high-quality service delivery.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply of ForceBoard - Universal friction and 2D force tester and associated software to the University of Birmingham.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ec14484-9331-4c0b-90df-185d214bfe42 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jan 2022 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2022 - 24 Feb 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £46,820 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £46,820 |
| 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 | INDUSTRIAL DYNAMICS SWEDEN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38300000 - Measuring instruments

## Release History

- 1 Feb 2022 at 09:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ec14484-9331-4c0b-90df-185d214bfe42

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ec14484-9331-4c0b-90df-185d214bfe42
  1st February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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