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Competition Waiver for supply of Flight simulator upgardes and additions to the existing equipment

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

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20 Dec 2018 at 16:19

Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield Hallam University has conducted a tender process, identified as CW82-JR, for upgrades and additions to its existing Flight Simulator equipment, classified under CPV code 48120000. The procurement process, which utilised a competition waiver as the method, has completed its award phase. The tender period concluded on 18 December 2018, while the awarded contract has durations from 4 March 2019 to 5 March 2020. Located in Sheffield, within the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom, this opportunity has a total value of £59,200.

This tender presents an opportunity for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in flight simulation technology and related software solutions. Businesses that can provide tailored upgrades and support for bespoke simulation systems would be particularly well-suited to participate. Engaging with Sheffield Hallam University can facilitate growth in this niche sector, often requiring industry-specific expertise and innovative solutions to meet unique institutional needs.

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Notice Title

Competition Waiver for supply of Flight simulator upgardes and additions to the existing equipment

Notice Description

Sheffield Hallam University has appointed a supplier for the provision of upgrades and additions to the previously procured Flight Simulator equipment and software. Our existing equipment is unique and build to order by a single UK supplier. Purchasing a completely new aircraft simulation system which matched our current system's capability and upgrade requirements, would require a significant capital investment by the University.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-94cb7ba7-9a34-460d-9570-49d5642fee25
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1927873a-7b48-4e71-96a5-06c0c657ea1d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - competition waiver
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48120000 - Flight control software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£59,200 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20187 years ago
Contract Period
4 Mar 2019 - 5 Mar 2020 1-2 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
SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 1WB
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MERLIN FLIGHT SIMULATION GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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