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1361-19 Design and development of a remote-control reclining child car seat- consultancy requirement

DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY

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29 Oct 2019 at 12:28

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Summary of the contracting process

De Montfort University is soliciting tenders for the design and development of a remote-control reclining child car seat, titled "1361-19 Design and development of a remote-control reclining child car seat - consultancy requirement". This project falls within the research and development industry and is located in Leicester, England. The tender is currently active and follows an open procurement method, with a deadline for submissions set for 20th November 2019. Following the evaluation, the contract period is expected to commence on 20th December 2019 and conclude by 30th September 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in product design, engineering consultancy, and research and development services. Firms with expertise in automotive safety designs, ergonomic solutions, and innovative child safety products would be particularly well-positioned to compete. The consultancy role requires a deep understanding of commercial objectives, user experience, and compliance with relevant regulations, making this a compelling opportunity for small to medium enterprises with an innovative approach in the automotive sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

1361-19 Design and development of a remote-control reclining child car seat- consultancy requirement

Notice Description

The Baby Safe car seat concept is a patented, award winning and innovative reclining child car seat for infants from birth to four years. The seat is controlled simply and quickly at the touch of a wireless button from the driver's position, ensuring full control of the vehicle at all times, avoiding an increased potential for accidents on today's busy roads. It is the first car seat of its kind to address the problem of the 'Head flopped forward' position, which can occur while driving as a child sleeps, avoiding airway restriction and preventing positional asphyxia. With an increased risk of airway restriction, and possible neck injuries to a child left in this position, it is resolved without the problem of reclining manually, as with ALL current car seats on the market today. The manual rotation feature reduces awkward positioning for placing a child in the seat, preventing back problems for parents as the child grows. Consultancy is required to design and develop an automated reclining child's car seat taking into consideration commercial objectives, users need and experience, competitive solutions and compliant to relevant regulations. The final product specification is going to require substantial virtual testing to prove the product is suitable with manufacturing data for further product commercialisation. Additional information: DMU's detailed requirements are defined within the Specification. All other information relating Award Criteria and evaluation can be found within our RFQ document loaded on the In-Tend e-tendering portal://in-tendhost.co.uk/demontfort/aspx/Home Delivery Notes Do not apply directly to the buyer as below: DMU's detailed requirements are defined within the Specification. All other information relating Award Criteria and evaluation can be found within our RFQ document loaded on the In-Tend e-tendering portal://in-tendhost.co.uk/demontfort/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed11ea3a-7049-4ba1-9587-4f2eafa5ee76
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

71320000 - Engineering design services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

79415200 - Design consultancy services

79933000 - Design support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Dec 2019 - 30 Sep 2020 6-12 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
DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Andrew Wintersgill
Contact Email
andrew.wintersgill@dmu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01162577273

Buyer Location

Locality
ENGLAND
Postcode
LE1 9BH
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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