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title: "Contract for the Supply of a LightCycler 480 II Quantitative PCR Instrument to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the Supply of a LightCycler 480 II Quantitative PCR Instrument to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ef809f86-da78-477c-ad50-4ee9e66491eb

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has completed a procurement process for the supply of a LightCycler 480 II Quantitative PCR instrument, valued at £30,519.97. This tender was initiated with a competitive quotation process and has successfully concluded, with the award date recorded as 9th May 2019. The contract period spanned from 13th June 2019 to 23rd August 2019, with delivery expected at their Edgbaston location in Birmingham, England. This procurement falls within the laboratory, optical and precision equipment industry category, specifically under the CPV code 38000000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of laboratory equipment, particularly those specialising in precision instruments. Companies that focus on innovative technologies and robust quality control measures will be especially well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. As tenders such as this often arise in academic and research settings, suppliers with experience in the education sector or partnerships with institutions like universities can leverage their expertise for business growth.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply of LightCycler 480 II Quantitative PCR Instrument.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6167404b-6a4b-4dd9-beaa-35831d8e1e72 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jul 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 9 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 May 2019 |
| Contract period | 12 Jun 2019 - 23 Aug 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,519 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,519 |
| 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 | LIFE TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED (FORMALLY INVITROGEN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 5 Jul 2019 at 10:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6167404b-6a4b-4dd9-beaa-35831d8e1e72

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6167404b-6a4b-4dd9-beaa-35831d8e1e72
  5th July 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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