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29 Jul 2026 at 08:32

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Motion Capture Equipment Q-UKM10397" was managed by The University of Birmingham, a public authority categorised under sub-central government, located in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The procurement falls under the industry category of "goods," specifically related to speed camera equipment. This contract, awarded to the supplier Qualisys AB from Gothenburg, Sweden, was executed using a direct procurement method known as "Below threshold - without competition." The process was completed with the contract being signed on 20th May 2024, and the performance period started on 21st May 2024, concluding on 31st July 2024. The procurement stage is complete, with the award being active as of the latest update on 29th July 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in motion capture equipment, particularly SMEs that can provide speed camera technology. Companies operating within the UK or having the capability to deliver directly to the UK will find this tender aligns well with their interests. The direct procurement method suggests that the contract was awarded without open competition, enabling businesses with niche specialisations or those possessing existing relationships with the buyer to effectively leverage such tenders for growth. Opportunities like these can particularly benefit suppliers looking to expand their influence in the UK public procurement market.

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Notice Title

Motion Capture Equipment Q-UKM10397

Notice Description

Motion Capture Equipment Q-UKM10397,as per SSA process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d601
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071523-2026
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34971000 - Speed camera equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£53,960 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20242 years ago
Contract Period
20 May 2024 - 31 Jul 2024 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QUALISYS

Further Information

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