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title: "V3 Spinning Disk System"
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buyer: "ASTON UNIVERSITY"
published: "2023-08-31"
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# V3 Spinning Disk System

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f1058abe-be58-427f-bf1d-a3293b73bdaf

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## Summary

Aston University, based in BIRMINGHAM, awarded a contract for the purchase of a Cresta V3 spinning disk imaging system, classified under laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The procurement method used was direct, specifically a Single tender action (below threshold). The contract period started on 1st April 2023 and ended on 30th April 2023, with a total value of £100,000. The tender closed on 1st March 2023.

This tender from Aston University offers opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs in the goods category to supply the required spinning disk system. Businesses in the laboratory equipment industry, focusing on precision equipment, would find this opportunity well-suited for business growth. The specific need for an imaging system for microscopy presents a niche market opportunity for innovative suppliers in the sector.

## Notice

Cresta V3 spinning disk imaging system. Unit to attach to existing microscope and software controlled camera.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38624c6a-6d95-46dc-88d5-c1006d6c5747 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Aug 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Mar 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Mar 2023 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2023 - 30 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £100,000 |
| 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 | CAIRN RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 31 Aug 2023 at 16:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38624c6a-6d95-46dc-88d5-c1006d6c5747

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38624c6a-6d95-46dc-88d5-c1006d6c5747
  31st August 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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