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title: "Lagendorff Apparatus"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f70a"
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published: "2025-12-16"
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# Lagendorff Apparatus

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f70a

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## Summary

In this procurement process, Aston University, located in Birmingham, has completed the acquisition of Langendorff Apparatuses under reference number 083500-2025. This falls within the industry category of Laboratory, Optical and Precision Equipment, specified by CPV code 38000000. The award stage has been reached with ADInstruments Limited as the designated supplier, based in Oxford. The procurement method employed was direct, indicating a below-threshold approach without competition, and the legal basis aligns with UKPGA 2023/54. The contract was signed on 5th December 2025, and the delivery period is scheduled between 1st March and 31st March 2026, covering the UKG31 region.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses dealing in laboratory equipment, particularly those involved in the manufacturing or supply of precision instruments. Small and medium enterprises specialising in scientific apparatus could benefit from positioning themselves for future similar contracts. With the procurement method being direct and below threshold, businesses focusing on innovative solutions and maintaining close relations with academic institutions can find an avenue for growth. This contract provides a lucrative opportunity for companies aiming to expand their clientele within the educational sector, further enhanced by streamlined procurement processes.

## Notice

Purchase of 12 x Langendorff Apparatus

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083500-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £185,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 | ADINSTRUMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2025 at 15:56 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083500-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083500-2025
  16th December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.adinstruments.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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