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GPS Data Tracking Units

CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

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26 May 2026 at 11:01

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involved Cardiff Metropolitan University as the buying organisation, for the acquisition of GPS Data Tracking Units aimed at tracking performance player activity and supporting player health and performance metrics. This contract falls under the industry category of goods, specifically covering global navigation and positioning systems, and sports goods and equipment. Located in Cardiff, within the UKL22 region, the procurement process has reached the award and contract stages with a contract value of £27,500. The process followed a direct procurement method, deemed below threshold without competition, and the contract was signed on 22 May 2026. The delivery of the units is scheduled to begin on 8 August 2026 and conclude on 7 August 2029. The legal framework guiding this tender falls under UKPGA 2023/54, ensuring compliance with pertinent Welsh devolved regulations.

This tender opens significant opportunities for businesses specialising in GPS technology, particularly those offering innovative solutions in player health and sports performance metrics. Companies with expertise in providing high-quality sports equipment or advanced tracking technologies could find substantial growth prospects. While the tender was awarded directly to PlayerData Ltd, businesses of large scale that can offer comparable or superior technological solutions would have been well-suited to compete under different procurement circumstances. The engagement in such public sector contracts can bolster business presence, provide learning opportunities in cutting-edge sports technology, and explore potential partnerships with educational institutions like Cardiff Metropolitan University.

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Notice Title

GPS Data Tracking Units

Notice Description

GPS data tracking units for performance player activity tracking. To support both player health and performance metrics for Met Sport performance athletes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a325
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048612-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

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


CPV Codes

37400000 - Sports goods and equipment

38112100 - Global navigation and positioning systems (GPS or equivalent)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£27,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
7 Aug 2026 - 7 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF5 2YB
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Llandaff
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PLAYERDATA

Further Information

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