Tender

SPOT Arm Haptic Controller Hardware

UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

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Tender

18 Jul 2025 at 15:00

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is initiating a tender titled "SPOT Arm Haptic Controller Hardware" to design, manufacture, deliver, and demonstrate the functionality of a control system's hardware. This procurement falls under the CPV code 42967000 for controller units, with additional classifications that include hardware and computer control systems. The tender, classified as goods, follows an open procurement method and is located across multiple regions, including the UK and parts of Europe, as well as globally. The tender stage is active as of 18th July 2025, with the tender period closing on 1st August 2025 at 17:00 BST. The contract is set to commence on 2nd August 2025, concluding on 31st March 2026.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in industrial robots, control systems, and related hardware. It is particularly suitable for larger enterprises given its scale and the specialised nature of the required technology. Companies experienced in developing bespoke control systems and equipped to manage international delivery addresses are well-placed to benefit. This tender not only provides potential revenue but also establishes the participating firms as key players in high-tech engineering within the public sector.

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Notice Title

SPOT Arm Haptic Controller Hardware

Notice Description

The Contractor's scope shall include the design, manufacture, delivery, and functional demonstration (including all required testing, verification, and documentation) for two (2) off SPOT Arm Haptic Control System hardware.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18beb253-70f9-4bd3-bb2f-c05e9548717c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

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

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

42961000 - Command and control system

42967000 - Controller unit

42997300 - Industrial robots

44316400 - Hardware

48151000 - Computer control system

48984000 - Graphical user interface (GUI) tools

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Colette Broadwith
Contact Email
colette.broadwith@ukaea.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1142293734

Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORDSHIRE
Postcode
OX14 3DB
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

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