Award

RA354303 - Learning Factory Mechatronics, Industry 4.0 and Robotics package

ADB (UK) LIMITED

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

26 Jan 2026 at 17:24

AwardUpdate

10 Dec 2025 at 08:37

Tender

24 Oct 2025 at 14:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "RA354303 - Learning Factory Mechatronics, Industry 4.0 and Robotics package" was conducted by Chichester College Group. The tender, classified under the category "Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)," was intended for Crawley College's Institute of Technology. The project aims for immediate engagement with suppliers to install the package in their new building, which was handed over to the college in mid-November 2025. The procurement followed an open procedure method, with the tender period closing on 10th December 2025. The contract period was set from 11th December to 19th December 2025. The award was published on 10th December 2025, with Didactic Services Ltd as the selected supplier for a contract value of £1,119,832.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction structures and materials, particularly those focusing on technological integration in educational environments. Companies capable of supplying cutting-edge mechatronics, Industry 4.0, and robotics solutions stand to benefit, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as the tender aligns favourably with their inclusion. With the project's focus on rapid implementation and technological sophistication, businesses that can offer innovative solutions with efficient delivery and installation will find ample opportunities for growth and collaboration with educational institutions.

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Notice Title

RA354303 - Learning Factory Mechatronics, Industry 4.0 and Robotics package

Notice Description

Crawley College are looking for a Learning Factory Mechatronics, Industry 4.0 and Robotics package for our Institute of Technology - We are looking to engage with suppliers and work with them to install asap, the building is new and will be handed over to the college in Mid November. Proposals will need to be discussed with the project lead prior to submission. - To access this competition: login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity RA354303. Not registered on MultiQuote - visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote RA354303 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-801deb80-0698-4075-b66f-341a5c96ea3a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e887d2db-ef3f-4b54-a4ea-d1ea32f1ff58
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,500,362 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
11 Dec 2025 - 12 Dec 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ADB (UK) LIMITED
Additional Buyers

CHICHESTER COLLEGE GROUP

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHICHESTER
Postcode
PO19 1SB
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Chichester
Electoral Ward
Chichester Central
Westminster Constituency
Chichester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DIDACTIC SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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