Tender

CS090-VR Headset & Systems

BATH SPA UNIVERSITY

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Tender

23 Apr 2024 at 14:25

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bath Spa University is inviting tenders for the procurement of VR Headset & Systems under an open procedure. The university aims to equip classrooms with a VR set-up, catering to 40 students. The contract value is £250,000, and the tender deadline is on 27th May 2024. The contract period is set to start on 18th June 2024 and end on 30th September 2024. The procurement can create opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs in the South West region of the UK.

This tender by Bath Spa University offers business growth opportunities for suppliers who can provide VR equipment, installation, configuration, maintenance training, and long-term support. Businesses in the computer-related equipment industry, particularly those experienced in educational technology, are well-suited to compete for this contract. The university emphasises creating a multifunctional, viable, and versatile VR set-up for academic professionals, staff, and students, thus encouraging innovation and technological advancement in education.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CS090-VR Headset & Systems

Notice Description

Bath Spa University is looking to purchase virtual reality to equip the University with a VR set-up (headsets and computers) for classroom sessions of 40 students. The aim is to create a multifunctional, viable, and versatile VR set-up for students and staff in a university context. We have a fixed grant fund of PS250.00 ansd we are looking for a supplier that can create the best value for money. To recommend the specific VR and ancillary equipment To supply the equipment To install the equipment To configure the equipment for ease of use by academic professionals, staff, and students To teach University staff how to maintain and use the technology. To ensure the equipment is always operable for long-term use and sustainability.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1f96e695-656b-43fb-b2ed-f211a5930e25
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9ca70ba-70d5-40b6-9484-7b37a9bd2d12
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

CPV Codes

30230000 - Computer-related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Jun 2024 - 30 Sep 2024 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BATH SPA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA2 9BN
Post Town
Bath
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Saltford
Westminster Constituency
North East Somerset and Hanham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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