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Mobile Electro-Encephalographs

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has successfully completed the procurement process for "Mobile Electro-Encephalographs," awarded to ANT Neuro UK Ltd. The procurement is classified under the education industry, focusing on high-density, mobile EEG systems compatible with immersive VR and holding medical-grade certification. This contract was signed on 24th April 2026, with an award value of £82,522, and falls under the procurement category of goods. This process was conducted through a limited procurement method, bypassing prior competitive calls due to the unique technical specifications required, such as 128 channels minimum EEG capability and precise VR synchronisation, essential for research at the School of Informatics in Edinburgh.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses engaged in producing high-tech EEG systems and VR synchronisation technologies. While the contract is awarded to ANT Neuro UK for its unique product capabilities, other businesses can explore developing innovations in similar advanced technological fields. Technical companies with expertise in medical-grade certifications, research-grade systems, and immersive VR functionalities would do well to enhance their offerings, preparing to compete for similar future procurements or in associated markets. Additionally, businesses with strategic insights into public procurement for educational institutions could leverage this retention of high technical standards to refine their competitive edge.

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Notice Title

Mobile Electro-Encephalographs

Notice Description

The University of Edinburgh is awarding a contract to ANT Neuro UK Ltd due to the fact that they are the only supplier able to provide a product that meets the University's requirements and competition being absent due to technical reasons. Specifically, their product is the only one that can meet the following combination of requirements: 1. High-Density EEG Capability (128 Channels Minimum) 2. Fully Mobile, Research-Grade System for Immersive VR 3. Precise Synchronisation with VR Systems 4. Medical-Grade Certification

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh is awarding a contract to ANT Neuro UK Ltd due to the fact that they are the only supplier able to provide a product that meets the University's requirements and competition being absent due to technical reasons. Specifically, their product is the only one that can meet the following combination of requirements: 1. High-Density EEG Capability (128 Channels Minimum) 2. Fully Mobile, Research-Grade System for Immersive VR 3. Precise Synchronisation with VR Systems 4. Medical-Grade Certification

Procurement Information

The project requires the EEGO 128 Pro high-resolution EEG system from ANT Neuro UK Ltd due to its specific technical capabilities and compatibility with existing research workflows.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830383
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554625
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33121100 - Electro-encephalographs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£82,522 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Apr 20262 weeks 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
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
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ANT NEURO

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554625
    Mobile Electro-Encephalographs - The University of Edinburgh is awarding a contract to ANT Neuro UK Ltd due to the fact that they are the only supplier able to provide a product that meets the University's requirements and competition being absent due to technical reasons. Specifically, their product is the only one that can meet the following combination of requirements: 1. High-Density EEG Capability (128 Channels Minimum) 2. Fully Mobile, Research-Grade System for Immersive VR 3. Precise Synchronisation with VR Systems 4. Medical-Grade Certification

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