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08 Jun 2026 at 07:43

Summary of the contracting process

West Sussex County Council has concluded a procurement process for VR training services and equipment, aimed at enhancing their digital infrastructure. The awarding of this contract, identified by the OCID "ocds-h6vhtk-06af42", marks the successful completion of the process under a limited procurement method, suggesting a below-threshold competition. The contract, valued at £97,200 gross, was signed on December 1, 2025, and commenced on December 13, 2025, with a duration of three years and a possibility of annual renewal. The primary industry category is computer equipment and supplies, providing services to the locality of Chichester, UK, with West Sussex County Council as the buying organisation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in virtual reality technologies and training solutions. Companies that offer advanced VR equipment and services could find new avenues for business growth, particularly those that can navigate limited competition environments. The contract signifies a substantial investment in digital training tools, aligning with businesses keen to engage in the public sector technology landscape. It primarily suits companies capable of delivering high-quality goods and services within the given timeframes, thereby enhancing their standing in public contracts.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

VR training services and equipment

Notice Description

For VR training services and equipment

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06af42
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053580-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£81,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20256 months ago
Contract Period
13 Dec 2025 - 12 Dec 2028 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
WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CHICHESTER
Postcode
PO19 1RG
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Chichester
Electoral Ward
Chichester Central
Westminster Constituency
Chichester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE CORNERSTONE TRAINING & SUPPORT

Further Information

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