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title: "Contract for the Supply of PowerTome XL ultramicrotome to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the Supply of PowerTome XL ultramicrotome to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fe83b807-3cbe-4d8e-b0a2-e6e9afa089bf

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham held a complete procurement process for the supply of a PowerTome XL ultramicrotome, classified under laboratory, optical and precision equipment, with the procurement method being a Direct Award. The tender, identified as SC8870/21, was active until 5th February 2021, with a contract period spanning from 12th February 2021 to 31st March 2021. The total value of the contract awarded was £57,260.72, and it was fulfilled by Labtech International Ltd, located in Heathfield, East Sussex. This procurement took place in Birmingham, England, further described by the postal code B15 2TT.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses in the scientific equipment sector, particularly those specialising in laboratory and precision instruments. Suppliers, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can deliver ultra-precise laboratory equipment, could benefit significantly from participating in similar procurement processes. The completion of this contract may indicate a trend of partnerships between educational institutions and suppliers, suggesting potential future opportunities for companies ready to engage with universities and other academic entities.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply of PowerTome XL ultramicrotome to the University of Birmingham

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc7c4c5e-2a46-4af5-bc75-039f9c102d55 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | 12 Feb 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £57,260 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £57,260 |
| 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 | LABTECH INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2021 at 16:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc7c4c5e-2a46-4af5-bc75-039f9c102d55

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc7c4c5e-2a46-4af5-bc75-039f9c102d55
  29th April 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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