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Award

13 May 2026 at 13:33

Award

13 May 2026 at 13:29

Tender

28 Apr 2026 at 09:16

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Educational Robot & AI Systems" was conducted by the University of Huddersfield, located in Queensgate, Huddersfield, United Kingdom. Classified under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, this tender aimed to procure unified and integrated robotic systems for educational and research purposes, including AI, automation, and human-robot interaction. The process reached the award and contract stages, with critical dates including a contract signing on 13th May 2026, and the delivery and installation are expected by the end of May 2026. The procurement followed an open, below-threshold competition method.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in educational technology, robotics, and AI systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) especially stand to benefit, given that the awarded contract valued at £70,000 was secured by Rahal Technology Limited, an SME based in Hertfordshire. Businesses with capability in developing high-performance AI computing platforms, autonomous manipulators, and teleoperation systems, coupled with expertise in device integration and user training, would find themselves well-suited to respond to such requirements, expanding their footprint in the educational technology sector.

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Notice Title

Educational Robot & AI Systems

Notice Description

The University seeks to procure a suite of unified and integrated educational and research robotic systems for teaching, training, and applied research in robotics, AI, automation, and human-robot interaction. The system must include: - Desktop robotic training systems (multi-unit classroom setup) - multipurpose Autonomous mobile manipulator platforms - Teleoperation robotic systems - High-performance embedded AI computing platform - Vision, gripping, and material handling accessories - Installation, integration, and user training Equipment should be targeted for delivery and full installation by end of May 2026. A comprehensive 1-year warranty and 3-years of support of the packages is required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068c46
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043974-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£70,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 May 2026 - 31 May 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
HUDDERSFIELD
Postcode
HD1 3DH
Post Town
Huddersfield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Kirklees
Electoral Ward
Newsome
Westminster Constituency
Huddersfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RAHAL TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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