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Purchase of new driving simulator software (and associated hardware)

UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM (THE)

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30 Jun 2022 at 15:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM is seeking to procure new driving simulator software and associated hardware to enhance its driving simulator facility, specifically catering to research projects, student activities, and open days. This procurement falls under the category of industry-specific software packages, with a contract value of £41,368. The procurement method adopted is a direct single tender action due to its below threshold status. The tender period has concluded, with the contract effective from 10 April 2022.

This tender presents a unique opportunity for businesses, particularly those in the software development sector, to leverage their expertise in specialised driving simulation technology. Firms that develop Human Factors software tailored for the UK driving environment would find this procurement particularly relevant. Given the nature of the project and its emphasis on collaborative research, businesses that can provide innovative solutions and understand the nuances of UK traffic scenarios will be well-positioned to compete successfully.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of new driving simulator software (and associated hardware)

Notice Description

Purchase new driving simulator software (and associated hardware) for use in updating and extending our existing Faculty of Engineering driving simulator facility. The enhanced simulator will primarily be used in funded research projects and will be paid for by our current iUK project ServCity (RC45RH) - however, the simulator will used for PhD and student project/teaching activities and University/Faculty open days. This supplier also develops this software, so it is only available from them. We need to purchase this specific software for five key reasons: 1) we will need to use this software this year in an existing project (TAS Hub) in collaboration with a team at University of Southampton who have the exact same software developed by this company - and we will need directly comparable data to provide the reliability in the research; 2) moreover, it is the only Human Factors software currently available for use with the UK driving situation (on left side of road, specific road signs etc.) that also offers the full range of future automation features needed for our planned research; 3) it is now the standard for Human Factors research driving simulator software in the UK offering a comprehensive database of UK driving scenarios for studies; 4) the majority of other Universities/ Research institutes in the UK who conduct research in this area now use this same software, including Universities we are likely to collaborate with in future projects - such as Loughborough University, Warwick University and TRL; 5) our industrial partners/funders are very keen for us to use this software, as they are fully aware of its capabilities in this form of research.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2ec425b0-c2c8-489e-a553-a49b9ca3cf13
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b30038d-93f7-40d0-a865-31d891059550
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48100000 - Industry specific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£41,368 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£41,368 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Apr 20223 years ago
Contract Period
9 Apr 2022 - 10 Apr 2022 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM (THE)
Contact Name
Guy Wilding
Contact Email
procurement@nottingham.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0115 951 5151 ext 15151

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG7 2NR
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Lenton & Wollaton East
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ST ENGINEERING ANTYCIP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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