Tender

GB-Bath: VSimulator VR Display

UNIVERSITY OF BATH

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24 Aug 2018 at 15:52

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07 Aug 2018 at 14:13

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bath has initiated a procurement process for the "GB-Bath: VSimulator VR Display," aimed at acquiring a virtual reality display system designed for use within a climate-controlled environment. This contract falls under the goods category and is classified as a procurement for computer screens and technical simulators. The tender is currently at the active stage and was published on 7 August 2018; interested suppliers must submit their expressions of interest by 30 August 2018. The contract is expected to commence on 17 September 2018 and will be completed by 16 December 2018, with a total estimated value of £500,000, and a minimum value of £100,000.

This opportunity presents a significant prospect for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to engage in the provision of advanced technical equipment within the educational sector. Businesses specialising in the manufacture or supply of computer screens, consoles, and related technological solutions that can meet the specifications for the VSimulator are well-positioned to compete for this contract. By participating in this tender, SMEs can not only expand their portfolio but also enhance their visibility in the lucrative market of educational technology.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Bath: VSimulator VR Display

Notice Description

NOTE: This notice was updated on 24 August 2018 for the following reason: Extension to deadline for expressions of interest/submissions.The Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering require a virtual reality display within a climate controlled room (by others) which sits on a lateral motion platform (by others) to form a building motion simulator, known as a VSimulator. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5e6153df-7239-4faf-beda-4ced9e4bda2a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02ab783f-d509-4cd8-9e14-4e3f5afce3b5
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

30231000 - Computer screens and consoles

38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Aug 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Aug 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Sep 2018 - 16 Dec 2018 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
UNIVERSITY OF BATH
Contact Name
Jim Stevens
Contact Email
j.stevens@bath.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01225384209

Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA2 7AY
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
Bathwick
Westminster Constituency
Bath

Further Information

Notice Documents

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