Planning

Software platform for interactive virtual reality experiences

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

04 Mar 2021 at 11:05

Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for a contract titled "Software platform for interactive virtual reality experiences." This initiative falls under the IT services classification, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, internet, and support. The engagement end date for market feedback is set for 26th March 2021, with expectations for the full procurement exercise to commence in early summer 2021. The project aims to produce a software platform designed to enhance the well-being of individuals with dementia by creating interactive virtual reality experiences.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), that specialise in software development and innovative technology solutions. Companies engaged in creating user-friendly digital platforms, especially those with experience in health-related applications or memory care technologies, would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement could facilitate growth by allowing businesses to contribute to an impactful project that addresses the needs of vulnerable populations, potentially establishing long-term relationships with public sector clients.

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Notice Title

Software platform for interactive virtual reality experiences

Notice Description

Suffolk County Council intends to conduct a procurement exercise for the award of a contract to produce a safe and accessible software platform to enable interactive VR experiences designed for people with dementia to support reminiscence and improve emotional and mental wellbeing, along with a paired app for a carer role to guide and monitor the user experience. Our expectation is that any procurement exercise will begin early summer 2021 . Prior to any procurement Suffolk County Council is undertaking a market engagement exercise to better understand the market. Please help us by completing this questionnaire: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/8B7XPF/, which will be the start of our market engagement exercise. We ask that completed questionnaires are returned by 26th March 2021.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-36e6f9bd-f27e-4f9a-ae35-4813255c7680
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/490cf039-ccc7-446e-84bd-c83aaa8f4f5a
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
26 Mar 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2BX
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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