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title: "T1036 Phantom Head Dental Training Simulators"
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# T1036 Phantom Head Dental Training Simulators

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5723810d-8c0a-418c-ac47-d33471cac878

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## Summary

The University of Essex, located in Colchester, recently concluded the procurement process for the acquisition of Phantom Head Dental Training Simulators under the title "T1036 Phantom Head Dental Training Simulators." This initiative, overseen by the University’s School of Health and Social Care, aims to enhance their teaching capabilities in oral health through the establishment of the Colchester Dental Simulation Suite (CDSS). The tender was an open procedure, classified under CPV code 33130000 for "Dental and subspecialty instruments and devices," with additional recognition for dental workstations (CPV 33192400). The contract, valued at £560,000, was awarded to Dentsply Sirona on 22nd July 2024. Key dates included a tender period ending on 26th April 2024, with a contract period from 15th May 2024 to 31st August 2029. The equipment is to be delivered to multiple locations, including the United Kingdom and various international destinations.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in dental instruments and simulation equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that focus on dental training solutions and high-quality dental apparatus could benefit from similar procurement needs within educational institutions aiming to improve their simulation facilities. The University of Essex’s comprehensive approach and open procurement method highlight the institution's commitment to high standards and innovation in education and training, providing a valuable entry point for businesses looking to expand their market within the academic and healthcare sectors.

## Notice

The School of Health and Social Care (HSC), at the University of Essex, are expanding teaching capacity in the area of oral health by creation of the The Colchester Dental Simulation Suite (CDSS). The suite will provide initially require 33 new Phantom Head Dental Simulators and associated equipment with potential for further Heads and equipment required, if expansion continues.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e19f491f-55ab-4e16-85e5-bc2ba88246aa |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 14 May 2024 - 31 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £560,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £550,000 |
| 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 ESSEX |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO4 3SQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Wivenhoe |
| Westminster constituency | Harwich and North Essex |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DENTSPLY SIRONA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33130000 - Dental and subspecialty instruments and devices
- 33192400 - Dental workstations

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2024 at 10:08 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e19f491f-55ab-4e16-85e5-bc2ba88246aa
- 22 Jul 2024 at 09:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e19f491f-55ab-4e16-85e5-bc2ba88246aa
- 27 Mar 2024 at 17:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f2b5031-43c9-49dc-befe-fb86feacc5a3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e19f491f-55ab-4e16-85e5-bc2ba88246aa
  5th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f2b5031-43c9-49dc-befe-fb86feacc5a3
  27th March 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login?cid=UNIESSEX
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