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Flight Simulator

Nottingham Trent University

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12 Mar 2025 at 13:34

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Summary of the contracting process

Nottingham Trent University (NTU) has completed the procurement process for purchasing a flight simulator, generating opportunities in the flight simulator industry. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with Vesaro Limited being the chosen supplier, awarded on 21 January 2025. The tender title is 'Flight Simulator,' classified under the flight simulators industry category (CPV code 34741400). The flight simulator is intended for NTU's engineering students to simulate realistic aircraft flying experiences. Key specifications include immersive multiple displays or VR, simulation of different fixed-wing aircraft, various flight control options, and comprehensive computing requirements. The contract period will commence on 28 January 2025 and end on 27 January 2027, with delivery addressing locations across the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement method was defined as 'Other', and the total contract value is GBP 48,019.2.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies involved in high-tech simulation technology and aerospace equipment providers. Businesses well-suited to compete in such tenders include those specialising in advanced simulation software, immersive VR technology, and flight control systems, especially those able to cater to educational institutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are considered suitable for participation. This contract could enhance the winning business's portfolio by showcasing their capability to deliver sophisticated simulation solutions, thus attracting more partnerships and future tenders in related domains.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Flight Simulator

Notice Description

The University had a requirement for the purchase of a flight simulator. The simulator was to be used to allow engineering students to experience flying different aircraft. It needed to be immersive, give realistic feeling control and a wide array of data simulating real world conditions. The following technical specifications were required: * To provide an immersive experience the simulator should feature either multiple displays and/or VR. * The ability to simulate multiple different fixed wing aircraft. * Different flight control options with a minimum of a single yoke and a flight stick. * A minimum of a single seat included. * Multiple displays showing live simulated data. * Flight control switch panel (this needs to be operational but doesn't need to be an exact replica of a specific aircraft). * All computing requirements and software for operation should be included. * Able to be powered using UK 3 pin plugs (240v).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d93e4559-3959-44d1-87b8-c4a2e8119925
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/057ff422-4587-406f-8e8a-f73c8fe9b4dc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34741400 - Flight simulators

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£48,019 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
28 Jan 2025 - 27 Jan 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Nottingham Trent University
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG1 4FQ
Postcode Area
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
St. Ann's
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Vesaro Limited

Further Information

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