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title: "LABORATORY EQUIPMENT"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM (THE)"
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# LABORATORY EQUIPMENT

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM (THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f0e394e6-4059-4214-b97e-d52f3eeb193e

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the University of Nottingham seeking laboratory equipment valued at £45,036. The contract falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment and is located in the East Midlands, England. This tender was executed using a direct procurement method through a single tender action, and the award was made on 5 July 2019, with the contract period occurring shortly thereafter from 5 to 7 July 2019. Although the tender status is now complete, it reflects a strategic purchasing decision made by the University to fulfil its operational needs efficiently.

This opportunity presents significant scope for businesses involved in the supply of laboratory equipment, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Companies that specialise in precision instruments or have the capacity to deliver high-quality laboratory goods would be particularly well-suited to compete in future tenders. Engaging with universities and similar public sector organisations can facilitate growth, as they regularly seek innovative suppliers to enhance their operational capabilities and outcomes.

## Notice

Laboratory Equipment

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b14f6a42-0ced-4d8f-a5b2-36db5d983e2b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jul 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Jul 2019 |
| Contract period | 4 Jul 2019 - 7 Jul 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £45,036 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £45,036 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM (THE) |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAM |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG7 2NR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham |
| Local authority | Nottingham |
| Electoral ward | Lenton & Wollaton East |
| Westminster constituency | Nottingham South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CARL ZEISS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 12 Oct 2020 at 08:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b14f6a42-0ced-4d8f-a5b2-36db5d983e2b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b14f6a42-0ced-4d8f-a5b2-36db5d983e2b
  12th October 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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