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title: "Underwater Video Camera"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH"
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# Underwater Video Camera

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5505c851-bf94-4bdd-b772-e3ca5e286bca

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## Summary

The University of Plymouth is planning a tender for the procurement of an underwater video camera set up for Applied Marine Ecosystems Research. The tender is classified under industry categories 'Video equipment', 'Cameras', and 'Underwater photography services'. The budget allocation for the procurement is £100,000, with a minimum contract value of £50,000. The tender is in the planning stage, and the anticipated tender release date is 3rd August 2024, with a contract period from 3rd October 2024 to 3rd October 2025. The project is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This opportunity created by the University of Plymouth is well-suited for businesses involved in providing high-definition underwater video camera equipment suitable for marine ecosystem research. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can meet the technical specifications and operational requirements set out in the tender are encouraged to participate. The open procurement method allows for competitive bidding, presenting a chance for businesses to showcase their innovation and expertise in the marine technology sector.

## Notice

The University of Plymouth is looking for the following interest from supplier on the following: Procurement of towed underwater video camera set up for Applied Marine Ecosystems Research (aMER) unit - a key method of our research is surveying seabed ecosystems with an underwater camera to determine levels of biodiversity, habitat extent etc.; our current camera is not fit for purpose and has very dated technology (~ 15 years old) so we need a new camera and additional components to support our research and data collection. Camera must be high definition (not IP) with a resolution of at least 1080p/50fps and be suitable for identifying marine organisms to species level both via video and still frames (extracted from the video following data collection). The cable needs to be capable of operating at survey depths of ~90 metres with a maximum cable length of around ~250 metres. The video files must be stored in an easily accessible format e.g., MP4. Ideally, the camera would have integrated lasers for distance/size calibration, or at least compatible external lasers that can be controlled topside. Lights also need to be controlled topside.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdff89e8-3f3f-4804-8925-d7b533f9e9e4 |
| Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Mar 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 3 Aug 2024 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Oct 2024 - 3 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL4 8AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | Drake |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 32323300 - Video equipment
- 38651000 - Cameras
- 79961320 - Underwater photography services

## Release History

- 28 Mar 2024 at 15:09 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdff89e8-3f3f-4804-8925-d7b533f9e9e4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdff89e8-3f3f-4804-8925-d7b533f9e9e4
  28th March 2024 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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