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title: "Thermogravimetric Analyser"
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# Thermogravimetric Analyser

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ee6c325c-e3fc-4825-9aba-7c26ee1938d3

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## Summary

The recent procurement process overseen by Aston University involves the purchase of a 'Thermogravimetric Analyser' in the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment category. The procurement method used was a competitive quotation below threshold with a total contract value of £40,000. The tender period ended on 22nd September 2023, and the contract is scheduled to run from 1st to 31st October 2023. The buying organisation, Aston University, based in Birmingham, England, invited suppliers to compete for this opportunity suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise organisations (VCSEs).

This procurement stage awarded the contract to Waters Limited, a large-scale supplier with experience in the industry. Businesses interested in providing precision equipment to universities in the laboratory sector will find opportunities through such tenders. The competitive quotation method makes it accessible for SMEs and VCSEs to participate, promoting diversity and inclusivity in public procurement. By engaging with institutions like Aston University, companies can establish valuable partnerships and contribute to the innovation and research across various sectors.

## Notice

Thermogravimetric Analyser

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01ce752d-2bfd-4286-a394-c67000f48a1f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Sep 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Sep 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Sep 2023 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2023 - 31 Oct 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,000 |
| 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 | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WATERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 22 Sep 2023 at 13:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01ce752d-2bfd-4286-a394-c67000f48a1f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01ce752d-2bfd-4286-a394-c67000f48a1f
  22nd September 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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