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title: "Supply and Installation of an X-Ray Diffractometer to the University of Birmingham"
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# Supply and Installation of an X-Ray Diffractometer to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fb51f5b2-3c87-4b29-b13e-7d5c2eee87eb

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has recently completed a procurement process for the supply and installation of an X-Ray Diffractometer, valued at £333,756. The procurement was conducted using a selective method under a restricted procedure. The tender was officially closed on 30 November 2020, with the contract period running from 10 December 2020 to 11 January 2021. This project falls within the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment category, with delivery required at the University’s Edgbaston location in Birmingham, England.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and installation services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide tailored solutions. Companies that focus on precision and optical instruments, as well as those with a proven track record in laboratory installations, would be well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging in such projects can help businesses establish important relationships with educational institutions, potentially leading to further procurement opportunities in the academic and research sectors.

## Notice

Supply and Installation of an X-Ray Diffractometer to The University Of Birmingham.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a0e6cf3-b2ac-4523-b05d-0ac503675705 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | 10 Dec 2020 - 11 Jan 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £333,756 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £333,756 |
| 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 | RIGAKU EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 11 Dec 2020 at 11:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a0e6cf3-b2ac-4523-b05d-0ac503675705

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a0e6cf3-b2ac-4523-b05d-0ac503675705
  11th December 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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