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NCA_Haptic Robot Manipulator

HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY

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16 Oct 2020 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

Heriot-Watt University, located in Riccarton, Edinburgh, recently completed a public procurement process for the acquisition of a specialised haptic robot manipulator, titled "NCA_Haptic Robot Manipulator." This procurement initiative fell under the goods category and utilised an open procedure, with the purchase aimed at enhancing research capabilities in fields such as robotic assistance and haptic feedback. The contract was awarded to HAPTION, and the total value of the contract is €66,425, with the contract signed on 13th October 2020.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced robotics and technology. Companies that focus on innovative solutions in robotics or those that can provide unique technical expertise in haptic feedback systems would be particularly well-suited to compete in future tenders. The specialized nature of the product, which is not widely available from multiple suppliers, indicates a niche market that can foster growth for SMEs equipped to meet such demanding specifications.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NCA_Haptic Robot Manipulator

Notice Description

Virtuose 6D TAO robot providing 6 degrees of freedom haptic feedback in a large workspace typical of a robotic manipulator and it will be used in various research involving physical robotic assistance, haptic feedback, and master-slave tele-operation

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 specialized haptic robot that no other company can supply. The Virtuose 6D TAO robot provides 6 degrees of freedom haptic feedback in a large workspace typical of a robotic manipulator and it will be used in various research involving physical robotic assistance, haptic feedback, and master-slave tele-operation. Package includes license Virtuose API, Extended button box, Ethernet or Ethercat interface, Upgrade to 70N & peak 30N. 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-r6ebe6-0000633211
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT397238
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
£66,425 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 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

HAPTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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