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NCA_Sigma 7 Haptic Device

HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY

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14 Oct 2020 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Heriot-Watt University, revolves around the acquisition of a dual Sigma 7 haptic device, a specialist robotic equipment designed for use in micro and nano manipulation, medical robotics, and virtual simulations. This contract, awarded on 13 October 2020, falls under the goods category and was conducted through an open procurement method. The contract value is CHF 146,600 and was awarded to Force Dimension. The delivery location is specified as the Riccarton Campus, Edinburgh, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production of specialised robotic equipment, particularly those with a focus on high-resolution haptic devices. Companies that are adept in advanced engineering or technological solutions may find this contract attractive, as it caters to a niche market with limited competition. Given the specific and technical nature of the product, suppliers with relevant expertise and innovative capabilities would be well-positioned to engage in similar future procurement opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NCA_Sigma 7 Haptic Device

Notice Description

Dual Sigma 7 haptic device characterized by a large workspace, high resolution, full gravity compensation, driftless calibration at 4kHz sampling rate, suitable for both micro and nano manipulators, medical robotics, virtual simulations and teleoperation consoles.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Under Regulation Reg 6(1)(b)(ii) of the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2016, a contracting authority may award a contract without competition based on the following justification: Competition is absent for technical reasons (only if it is not caused by artificial narrowing down of the parameters of the procurement and no reasonable alternative or substitute exists) Explanation: This is a specialist piece of robotic equipment and there are no other suppliers available in the market to supply this type of equipment in the form factor required. The dual Sigma .7 haptic device is characterized by a large workspace, high resolution, full gravity compensation, driftless calibration at 4kHz sampling rate, suitable for both micro and nano manipulators, medical robotics, virtual simulations and teleoperation consoles. The arm haptic device provides torques sensing, 1kHz control rate, 3-dof translation (active), 3-dof rotation (active), 1-dof grasping (active) and software API + drivers. The principal purpose of the contract is to acquire goods in connection with research undertaken by the University.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000633204
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT397070
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£146,600 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Oct 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Oct 20205 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@hw.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1314514443

Buyer Location

Locality
RICCARTON, EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH14 4AP
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Pentland Hills
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FORCE DIMENSION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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