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title: "24-SJM-175 Dobots - AWARD"
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# 24-SJM-175 Dobots - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH E-TENDERING  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-195b94dc-cc5c-4c80-90bc-14c5d6ede4c3

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## Summary

The University of Portsmouth e-Tendering has completed the award stage for the procurement titled "24-SJM-175 Dobots - AWARD," focusing on industrial robots. This procurement process sought to identify potential suppliers capable of delivering and setting up a specific range of Dobot Magician robots and related accessories for educational and research purposes. The procurement followed an open procedure, with the contract period starting on 24th January 2025 and ending on 13th February 2026. The primary location for delivery is Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom (postal code PO1 2DT), within the South West region, with the relevant industry category being industrial robots (CPV: 42997300) and remote-control equipment (CPV: 38820000).

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in manufacturing and providing technical support for industrial robots, notably those capable of fulfilling all specified product requirements. SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) are particularly encouraged to compete. The tender not only involves supplying a detailed list of robot models and kits but also potential after-sales services such as installation, maintenance, and warranty management, positioning suited businesses to build long-term relations with an esteemed educational institution. Rapid Electronics Limited is the awarded supplier, marking a significant collaboration that could open avenues for further research and educational projects.

## Notice

24-SJM-175 Robots - Specific product - Dobots Call for Expressions of interest This is an advertisement to seek information about the market size and potential suppliers that could supply, deliver, and if required install/setup the following Robots. There may be further restrictions on the supplier, including our supplier selection process, the ability to be able to provide the support/maintenance or extended warranty, also ability to deliver these in a short timeframe, and any other selection criteria applicable to this project. Depending on the level of interest, this may mean further competition, or request for quote, or re-evaluation of the options/if/how to proceed. The following list is predicted but may change. Dobot Magician E6 Collaborative Desktop Cobot for Education and Research - Qty x12 Dobot Magician E6 MG400 & M1 Vision Kit V2 and Eye for AI - Qty x12 Dobot MG 400 and E6 Vacuum Suction Cup Kit - Qty x12 Dobot MG 400 and E6 MVPB Mini Vacuum Pump Box -Qty x12 Dobot MG400 Lightweight Compact Desktop Robotic Arm Qty- x3 Dobot MG 400 VSCP Vacuum Suction Cup Kit - Qty x3 Dobot MG 400 SG Kit 1 Soft Gripper Kit 1 - Qty x2 Dobot MG 400 MEMG Mini ElectroMagnetic Gripper Jaw -Qty x3 Dobot MG 400 MVPB Mini Vacuum Pump Box - Qty x3 Dobot MG 400 EG Servo Electric Gripper Jaw (Servo) Type -Qty x3 Dobot Conveyor Belt Kit - Qty x12 Dobot Magician Robotic Arm and Sliding Rail kit Bundle - Qty x4 Dobot Magician Robotic Arm and Vision Kit V2 Bundle - Qty x4 Note ; We are not seeking alternative Robots. The product is specific to the requirement. Suppliers should only express an interest if they can supply all of the Robots mentioned To Express an Interest in this project please register on the University of Portsmouth In-Tend webpage and express an interest in this project. Please find the weblink for our webpage below: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/port/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8686bf1-c869-43a8-908e-bf6cbac0be3a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 24 Jan 2025 - 13 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 PORTSMOUTH E-TENDERING |
| Locality | HAMPSHIRE |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO1 2DT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Charles Dickens |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RAPID ELECTRONICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 38820000 - Remote-control equipment
- 42997300 - Industrial robots

## Release History

- 24 Jan 2025 at 08:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8686bf1-c869-43a8-908e-bf6cbac0be3a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8686bf1-c869-43a8-908e-bf6cbac0be3a
  24th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/port/

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