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27 Mar 2024 at 17:08

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Essex, located in Colchester, recently concluded the procurement process for the acquisition of Phantom Head Dental Training Simulators under the title "T1036 Phantom Head Dental Training Simulators." This initiative, overseen by the University’s School of Health and Social Care, aims to enhance their teaching capabilities in oral health through the establishment of the Colchester Dental Simulation Suite (CDSS). The tender was an open procedure, classified under CPV code 33130000 for "Dental and subspecialty instruments and devices," with additional recognition for dental workstations (CPV 33192400). The contract, valued at £560,000, was awarded to Dentsply Sirona on 22nd July 2024. Key dates included a tender period ending on 26th April 2024, with a contract period from 15th May 2024 to 31st August 2029. The equipment is to be delivered to multiple locations, including the United Kingdom and various international destinations.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in dental instruments and simulation equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that focus on dental training solutions and high-quality dental apparatus could benefit from similar procurement needs within educational institutions aiming to improve their simulation facilities. The University of Essex’s comprehensive approach and open procurement method highlight the institution's commitment to high standards and innovation in education and training, providing a valuable entry point for businesses looking to expand their market within the academic and healthcare sectors.

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Notice Title

T1036 Phantom Head Dental Training Simulators

Notice Description

The School of Health and Social Care (HSC), at the University of Essex, are expanding teaching capacity in the area of oral health by creation of the The Colchester Dental Simulation Suite (CDSS). The suite will provide initially require 33 new Phantom Head Dental Simulators and associated equipment with potential for further Heads and equipment required, if expansion continues.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5723810d-8c0a-418c-ac47-d33471cac878
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e19f491f-55ab-4e16-85e5-bc2ba88246aa
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33130000 - Dental and subspecialty instruments and devices

33192400 - Dental workstations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£560,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£550,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jul 20242 years ago
Contract Period
15 May 2024 - 31 Aug 2029 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Essex
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO4 3SQ
Postcode Area
Colchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Wivenhoe
Westminster Constituency
Harwich and North Essex

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Dentsply Sirona

Further Information

Notice Documents

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