Award

Simulation Birthing Manikin

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

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Award

25 Jun 2025 at 16:27

Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield Hallam University has successfully completed a public procurement process for acquiring a Simulation Birthing Manikin valued at GBP 70,000, with the award made to Sim & Skills Ltd. This procurement falls under the industry category of medical equipment and is located in Sheffield, England, with the postal code S1 1WB. The procurement employed a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement, indicative of a targeted tendering process. The award was concluded on 31 January 2025, post the tender period which ended on 10 January 2025. The contract period commenced on 31 March 2025 and is set to conclude on 30 March 2026.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly those involved in the medical equipment industry. The awarded contract illustrates advantages for businesses capable of providing specialised educational tools that enhance practical learning experiences. SMEs like Sim & Skills Ltd, which can offer innovative solutions within a framework agreement, are well-suited to compete in such procurement processes. Opportunities like this can lead to further partnerships and credibility in the sector, gaining access to educational institutions seeking advanced learning aids.

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Notice Title

Simulation Birthing Manikin

Notice Description

Sheffield Hallam University have purchased a Simulation Birthing Mankin and 12 month warranty. This manikin will be used on some of our health and wellbeing courses courses to recreate birthing scenarios. This will be used to enhance the students' learning and to prepare them to obtain their professional registrations and future employment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1678a9a8-c529-43cb-b3ba-64bd8e60d7f9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ae0c387-2617-481d-b86e-a02d4cc542c9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2025 - 30 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 1WB
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SIM & SKILLS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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