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Advanced Control and Robotics

University of Ulster

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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02 Sep 2024 at 16:12

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29 Jan 2024 at 15:15

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Ulster has conducted a procurement process titled "Advanced Control and Robotics", classified under the industry category of mechanical handling equipment (CPV: 42418500). Located at the Belfast Campus in Northern Ireland, the project sought the acquisition of a state-of-the-art ACR system, which includes mobile autonomous platforms, collaborative robotic (Cobot) arms, and Turtlebot4 autonomous robots. The procurement process utilised an open procedure method, and the contract was awarded on 1st July 2024, with a total estimated value of £200,000. Significant dates included a tender period ending on 28th February 2024, ensuring adequate time for potential bidders to participate.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced robotics and automation solutions. Companies that have expertise in providing cutting-edge mechanical handling equipment and autonomous robotics systems would be well-suited to compete. Participating in such tenders can drive business growth by showcasing innovative solutions in a prestigious educational setting and establishing long-term partnerships with leading academic institutions like the University of Ulster. High-quality service delivery and maintenance offerings will also be advantageous due to the project's emphasis on methodology and after-sales service.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Advanced Control and Robotics

Notice Description

Advanced Control and Robotics-ACR system, which consists of 2x mobile autonomous platforms with their accompanying industrial-standard collaborative robotic (Cobot) arms as well as 4x Turtlebot4 autonomous robots.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-043573
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027987-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42418500 - Mechanical handling equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jul 20242 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Ulster
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLERAINE
Postcode
BT52 1SA
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0C Causeway Coast and Glens
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Causeway Coast and Glens
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
East Londonderry

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Innovative Total Solutions

Further Information

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