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title: "Software Platform for Virtual Reality Experiences"
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# Software Platform for Virtual Reality Experiences

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-49c3326a-1c67-43db-ba3a-eca18b9b3f7b

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## Summary

Suffolk County Council is currently inviting tenders for the provision of a Software Platform for Virtual Reality Experiences. This procurement falls under the IT services industry category, specifically consulting, software development, and Internet services. Interested bidders must submit their applications by noon on 17th June 2022, with clarification questions due by 5pm on 1st June 2022. The procurement process is classified as an open procedure below the threshold, with an estimated contract value of £80,000 excluding VAT. The anticipated contract duration is from 1st September 2022 to 31st December 2025, with delivery locations including Suffolk and the wider United Kingdom.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those focused on software development and virtual reality technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement strategy supports these sectors. Successful bidders may benefit from increased visibility and potential growth through collaboration with local authorities, thereby establishing long-term partnerships in the public sector market.

## Notice

Suffolk County Council are currently out to tender for the provision of Software Platform for Virtual Reality Experiences This opportunity is available in the 'Current Tenders' area of portal. Interested parties are invited to express their interest to gain full access to the tender documentation. Procurement Policy Note 09/21 requires us to calculate the value of contracts inclusive of VAT, however we can advertise them exclusive of VAT. The advertised value here is PS80,0000 exclusive of VAT. The deadline date for submissions of the tender is noon on 17th June 2022. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted The deadline for clarification questions is 5pm 1st June 2022 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website This opportunity is available in the 'Current Tenders' area of www.suffolksourcing.uk. Interested parties are invited to express their interest in order to gain full access to the tender documentation Additional information: Invitation to Tender documents can be accessed via www.suffolksourcing.uk. Contract start and end dates are estimated and will be confirmed at award. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/516b974f-7b4c-4c7d-8865-7f1faae59dce |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jun 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2022 - 31 Dec 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 | SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SUFFOLK |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2BX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 85320000 - Social services

## Release History

- 18 May 2022 at 08:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/516b974f-7b4c-4c7d-8865-7f1faae59dce

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/516b974f-7b4c-4c7d-8865-7f1faae59dce
  18th May 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/business-jobs-and-careers/tenders-and-supplying-us/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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