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Provision, Delivery and Installation of ROTOR+

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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30 Mar 2026 at 11:42

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has completed a procurement process for the Provision, Delivery, and Installation of ROTOR+ robots, classified under the computer equipment and supplies category. Located in the United Kingdom, the contract was executed using a direct procurement method, specifically classified as below threshold without competition. The process reached the award stage on 30th March 2026, with earlier contract signing on 20th June 2025. The contract encompasses delivery to UKK4 region and requires completion by 19th June 2027, showcasing active engagement in the field of robotics within academia.

This tender presents growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in high-tech equipment, specifically computer-related tools and robotics. The awarded contract to Singer Instrument Company Limited, a small-to-medium enterprise (SME), exemplifies the potential for similar businesses to engage with educational institutions seeking innovative technological solutions. Given the direct procurement method used, companies with niche expertise can leverage such opportunities for entering niche markets without facing competitive procurement barriers. Profitable prospects arise particularly in sectors delivering educational, scientific, and technological advancements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision, Delivery and Installation of ROTOR+

Notice Description

Provision, Delivery and Installation of ROTOR+ robot

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0677bc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029052-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£67,464 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jun 20259 months ago
Contract Period
19 Jun 2025 - 19 Jun 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QJ
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SINGER INSTRUMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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