Tender

Provision of Dedicated Digital Games Programming/Art Support for Launchpad Programme

FALMOUTH EXETER PLUS

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being conducted by Falmouth Exeter Plus for the title "Provision of Dedicated Digital Games Programming/Art Support for Launchpad Programme." This initiative falls under the software programming and consultancy services industry category and is located in Penryn, England. Currently in the open tender stage, the deadline for the receipt of tenders is set for 6th December 2017, with the contract period expected to commence on 15th December 2017 and run through to 23rd March 2018. Interested parties will engage in an open procurement method, aiming at providing essential technical support for game development projects within the Launchpad programme.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in digital games programming, technical art support, and user interface/user experience design. Companies with expertise in game engine development, particularly those experienced with Unity or Unreal, would be well-suited to compete. Furthermore, businesses keen on mentoring and training students in design and programming will find this project aligns well with their capabilities, offering a chance to build connections in the academic sector while contributing to innovative game development solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Dedicated Digital Games Programming/Art Support for Launchpad Programme

Notice Description

1. Purpose of the invitation to tender Falmouth University wishes to engage the services of a consultant to provide technical art and programming support for the Launchpad programme, with specific reference to the games project teams. In specific: 1. To work in the Launchpad studio for 2 days a week to provide support in the delivery of a range of complex games projects. 2. To assist the Launchpad students with the development of design, programming or art skills - to have good communication and people skills, in order to train and mentor others. 3. To act as a bridge between the artists and programmers on the games teams. 4. To provide support with game engine development, demonstrating prior experience with Unity or Unreal. 5. To provide programming support for the game development. 6. To provide technical 3D modelling, art and VFX support for the game development. 7. To provide UI/UX support for the game development. 8. To be able to work well as part of a team with a minimum of supervision. 9. To have demonstrable experience with at least one published game title. Additional information: Please register on https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofexeter/aspx/Home to download all documents associated with this opportunity. Timeframe as below: Clarification Deadline: Friday 01/12/17 at 12.00om mid-day Deadline for Receipt of Tender: Wednesday 06.12.17 at 12.00pm All correspondence must be directed through the in-tend portal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9902e2f1-efa5-49a6-9679-ac7406a6f32a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Dec 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Dec 2017 - 23 Mar 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
FALMOUTH EXETER PLUS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PENRYN
Postcode
TR10 9FE
Post Town
Truro
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
Constantine, Mabe & Mawnan
Westminster Constituency
Camborne and Redruth

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