Tender

CS090-VR Headset & Systems

BATH SPA UNIVERSITY

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Tender

23 Apr 2024 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Bath Spa University is looking to purchase virtual reality equipment, specifically VR headsets and systems, to enhance classroom experiences for 40 students. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage and has a total value of £250,000. The contract period is set to start on the 15th of May 2024 and end on the 31st of August 2024. The submission deadline for this tender is the 27th of May 2024, with the bid opening scheduled for the 31st of May 2024. The university is seeking a supplier who can recommend, supply, install, configure, and maintain the VR equipment for long-term operability.

This tender from Bath Spa University presents an opportunity for suppliers of computer-related equipment, particularly those specialising in virtual reality technology, to compete for a contract worth £250,000. Businesses capable of providing high-quality VR headsets, ancillary equipment, installation services, and training on equipment usage would be well-suited for this opportunity. The university aims to create a versatile and sustainable VR setup for academic professionals, staff, and students, emphasising the importance of value for money in the procurement process.

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Notice Title

CS090-VR Headset & Systems

Notice Description

Bath Spa University is looking to purchase virtual reality to equip the University with a VR set-up (headsets and computers) for classroom sessions of 40 students. The aim is to create a multifunctional, viable, and versatile VR set-up for students and staff in a university context. We have a fixed grant fund of PS250.00 ansd we are looking for a supplier that can create the best value for money. To recommend the specific VR and ancillary equipment To supply the equipment To install the equipment To configure the equipment for ease of use by academic professionals, staff, and students To teach University staff how to maintain and use the technology. To ensure the equipment is always operable for long-term use and sustainability.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Bath Spa University is looking to purchase virtual reality to equip the University with a VR set-up (headsets and computers) for classroom sessions of 40 students. The aim is to create a multifunctional, viable, and versatile VR set-up for students and staff in a university context. We have a fixed grant fund of PS250.00 ansd we are looking for a supplier that can create the best value for money. To recommend the specific VR and ancillary equipment To supply the equipment To install the equipment To configure the equipment for ease of use by academic professionals, staff, and students To teach University staff how to maintain and use the technology. To ensure the equipment is always operable for long-term use and sustainability.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-045496
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013194-2024
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

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages


CPV Codes

30230000 - Computer-related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 May 2024 - 31 Aug 2024 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BATH SPA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
colin brestrich-scoines
Contact Email
c.scoines@bathspa.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1225875504

Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA2 9BN
Post Town
Bath
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK12 Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire

Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Saltford
Westminster Constituency
North East Somerset and Hanham

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