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title: "Invitation to Tender for the Supply & Delivery of Drones / Gimbal / Cameras & Software European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) Ref: 36R17P01462"
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# Invitation to Tender for the Supply & Delivery of Drones / Gimbal / Cameras & Software European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) Ref: 36R17P01462

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-14f80220-d18e-4d1b-8dd9-5f594f6530e6

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## Summary

The University of Chester has completed the award phase for a tender titled "Invitation to Tender for the Supply & Delivery of Drones / Gimbal / Cameras & Software," part of an initiative funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) for the Centre for Research into Environmental Science and Technology (CREST). The contract, valued between £50,000 and £60,000 (including VAT), commenced on 7th August 2018 and is set to run until 31st December 2019. Located in Chester, England, this procurement process utilised a direct procurement method, with the tender period concluding on 2nd July 2018.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in drone technology, camera systems, and associated software solutions to engage with the University of Chester. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in supply and delivery to educational institutions, particularly in the North West and West Midlands regions, would be ideally positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in such tenders can aid in expanding their client base and diversifying their service offerings in the rapidly growing field of environmental technology.

## Notice

This is a confirmation of award following the below tender. The University of Chester was seeking tenders for the Supply & Delivery of Drones and associated kit (Gimbals, cameras, software) to the University Centre Shrewsbury Campus. This is for the Centre for Research into Environmental Science and Technology (CREST) project funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) (the project is also known as ESBRC). This tender was for the supply and delivery of Drones and Associated equipment. The contract is for an initial period until 31st December 2019 in respect of ERDF Funded Project No: 36R17P01462. The University reserves the right to award to one or more provider, where one or more of the required equipment ranges cannot be supplied by one provider. The initial anticipated requirements are detailed within Document 2 - Specification and Pricing Schedule. Whilst the anticipated contract value, based on indicative quantities within this tender is approximated at PS50,000 to PS60,000 including VAT, actual demand and volumes may vary from the indicative values given in this tender, as over the period of the contract term, additional requirements may be identified, or reduced, as demand may increase or alter. Quantities or volumes specified within this tender document are therefore indicative only. One order may therefore be placed for the total requirements, or as separate, individual orders. The appointed provider/s will be awarded the contract for the duration of this contract term, no guarantee can therefore be given regarding the volume, nor value, of business placed. The appointed provider/s may therefore be required to supply requirements, below, or in addition to, what has been initially specified within this tender. Additional information: To have applied and participated in this tender opportunity, all applicants must have registered on the "In-Tend" e-tendering portal to access the tender documents. Please note that where you may have previously registered with In-Tend, please ensure that your registration does include being registered to view opportunities for the University of Chester. Registration to this site is free for suppliers. Once registered, please download the procurement documents. These must be completed and returned together with any supporting documents via the In-Tend e-tendering portal by 10:00AM, Monday 2nd July 2018 - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester/aspx/Home There is Help/ Guidance on how to use the supplier site on the 'Help' section of the site. Alternatively, for technical questions, In-Tend Support can help suppliers and is open Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm (excluding Bank Holidays) - 0845 557 8079/ 0114 407 0065/ email support@in-tend.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/947ab92d-d821-4a0a-ba2d-f3f7e1461e71 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Aug 2018 |
| Contract period | 6 Aug 2018 - 31 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER |
| Locality | CHESTER |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH1 4BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Chester City & the Garden Quarter |
| Westminster constituency | Chester North and Neston |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England), TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MARTEK DRONES T/A COPTRZ |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

## Release History

- 6 Aug 2018 at 15:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/947ab92d-d821-4a0a-ba2d-f3f7e1461e71
- 26 Jun 2018 at 09:01 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61e5bc31-8737-4a34-95be-0bd1ceabf7f5
- 13 Jun 2018 at 14:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61e5bc31-8737-4a34-95be-0bd1ceabf7f5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/947ab92d-d821-4a0a-ba2d-f3f7e1461e71
  6th August 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61e5bc31-8737-4a34-95be-0bd1ceabf7f5
  26th June 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester/aspx/Home
  In Tend Link

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/university
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester/aspx/Home

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