Tender

Dental Haptics Equipment

UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION

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Tender

05 Mar 2026 at 14:56

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Portsmouth Higher Education Corporation is seeking suppliers for Dental Haptic equipment as part of its ongoing expansion of their simulation facilities for undergraduate education in the dentistry domain. The procurement process is in the 'Tender' stage, with a title of 'Dental Haptics Equipment'. This procurement falls under the 'Dental and subspecialty instruments and devices' industry category and is located in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. Businesses interested need to express their interest by 31st March 2026, with an inquiry period closing on 17th March 2026. The procurement method is 'Open procedure', welcoming submissions in English and allowing electronic submission.

This tender offers significant potential for growth and development opportunities for businesses specialising in high-fidelity simulation technology and dental education equipment. It particularly suits small and medium-sized enterprises capable of delivering innovative products that combine real-world and virtual reality experiences for dental training. Companies with previous experience in similar installations and the capability to ensure quality assurance and technical compliance are well-placed to compete. The awarding is based not only on price but also on technical quality, service capability, and the ability to meet mandatory requirements through demonstration. Contracts may also include options for service extensions, providing ongoing business relationships beyond the initial contract period.

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Notice Title

Dental Haptics Equipment

Notice Description

Requirement - Qty 4 Dental Haptic equipment The requirement is to provide 4 high fidelity haptic training simulators. The simulators must offer a mixed real-world /virtual reality experience, combining the view of the virtual models with that of a real and fully adjustable phantom head which allows for finger support from the student's hands, creating a more realistic training experience. See specification for full details including mandatory requirements. The aim of the project is to expand the simulation facilities at the University of Portsmouth. The simulators will be used for undergraduate education for Dental Hygiene, Dental Therapy and Dental students. To Express an Interest in this project please register on the University of Portsmouth In-Tend webpage and express an interest in this project. Please find the weblink for our webpage below: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/port/

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Options to extend warranty/Service contracts. Subject to Requirement/Budget.

Renewal: Options to extend warranty/Service contracts. Subject to Requirement/Budget.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066338
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019997-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

33130000 - Dental and subspecialty instruments and devices

33192400 - Dental workstations

85130000 - Dental practice and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 May 2026 - 7 Nov 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 2EG
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ31 Portsmouth

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
St Thomas
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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