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title: "The Provision of Simulation Software Compatible with Festo CP Lab and CP Factory"
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# The Provision of Simulation Software Compatible with Festo CP Lab and CP Factory

Buyer: GREATER BIRMINGHAM AND SOLIHULL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-382ddb7d-c3df-4f1b-8554-38edda4d4744

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## Summary

The Greater Birmingham and Solihull Institute of Technology is seeking tenders for "The Provision of Simulation Software Compatible with Festo CP Lab and CP Factory". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically for industry-specific software packages, and is located in Solihull, West Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 18th March 2022. The contract will commence on 29th April 2022 and conclude on 31st July 2025. This is an open procurement process, allowing full participation from interested suppliers.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in software development for industrial applications, particularly those who can provide solutions compatible with Festo products. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, which may lead to growth opportunities in the growing field of Industry 4.0 and automation technologies. Companies with expertise in educational and industrial control software will find this procurement particularly relevant to their offerings, allowing them to establish or expand contractual relationships with a significant educational institution.

## Notice

The GBS IoT requires software provision to enhance and increase utilisation of Industry 4.0 and Automation Hardware (please see the Guidance document for further details). The hardware purchased includes Festo CP Lab, Festo CP Factory and Festo Modular Production system ("the hardware"). Additional information: Please register on the In-tend Education Portal free of charge at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/aspx to access the tender documents and apply for this tender opportunity. The tender reference for search purposes is GBSIOT_0222 Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff70d110-4537-4e42-b37d-6fe8248bbdb0 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Apr 2022 - 31 Jul 2025 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GREATER BIRMINGHAM AND SOLIHULL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY |
| Locality | SOLIHULL |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B91 1SB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG32 Solihull |
| Local authority | Solihull |
| Electoral ward | St Alphege |
| Westminster constituency | Solihull West and Shirley |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 48100000 - Industry specific software package
- 48150000 - Industrial control software package
- 48190000 - Educational software package

## Release History

- 17 Feb 2022 at 22:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff70d110-4537-4e42-b37d-6fe8248bbdb0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff70d110-4537-4e42-b37d-6fe8248bbdb0
  17th February 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/aspx

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