---
title: "SQ3206062V4 1000531 Vibration Isolation Table"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06610a"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
published: "2026-03-03"
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# SQ3206062V4 1000531 Vibration Isolation Table

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06610a

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## Summary

The procurement process undertaken by the University of Birmingham for a Vibration Isolation Table is classified under the services category. This contract, identified as SQ3206062V4 1000531, follows the SSA process and was directly awarded without competition due to its below-threshold nature. The contracting authority is based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, and operates as a public authority within sub-central government. The award was made to 10x Genomics, Inc, a small to medium-sized enterprise located in Pleasanton, United States. The contract commenced on the 13th of September 2024 and is set to conclude on the 31st of December 2024. The procurement method was direct, and the contract was signed on the 12th of September 2024, with the gross value amounting to £164,128.8.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities primarily for SMEs within the subscription services sector. The direct procurement method implies that there was no open competition, which can be advantageous for businesses capable of offering niche and specialised services directly to contracting authorities. Companies with expertise in providing advanced scientific equipment or services related to vibration isolation could particularly benefit from such opportunities. Engaging with universities and educational institutions like the University of Birmingham provides a pathway to establish long-term relationships and potential for repeat business in related scientific and educational equipment procurements.

## Notice

SQ3206062V4 1000531 Vibration Isolation Table. As per SSA process.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019013-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 12 Sep 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £136,774 |

## Status

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

## 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 | 10X GENOMICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79980000 - Subscription services

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2026 at 14:23 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019013-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019013-2026
  3rd March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.birmingham.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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