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title: "(NU1726) The Supply of Wearable Devices to Measure Bio-Physical Parameters"
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# (NU1726) The Supply of Wearable Devices to Measure Bio-Physical Parameters

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5bbf35be-13b3-4c73-98de-5d5fefab4c23

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Newcastle University as the buying organisation, seeking suppliers for a project titled "(NU1726) The Supply of Wearable Devices to Measure Bio-Physical Parameters." This initiative falls under the medical equipment industry category within England. The procurement method used is limited, with negotiations conducted without a call for competition. The tender period officially closed on 18th October 2021, and the contract is now active, commencing on 20th October 2021 and set to conclude by 20th November 2023. The total value of the awarded contract is £200,000, specifically for devices required for clinical trials related to the EU IDEA-FAST and Mobilise-D projects.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in medical equipment and wearable technology, particularly those that can provide devices capable of measuring bio-physical parameters accurately. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in developing such innovative solutions could find this an opportune moment to engage in the healthcare sector, leveraging their agility and bespoke capabilities to meet the specific needs of clinical trials. By providing solutions that enhance patient comfort and data accuracy, these businesses have the potential to expand their reach and establish long-term partnerships in the healthcare market.

## Notice

Newcastle University requires devices to measure bio-physical parameters for patients involved in clinical trials. These devices are required for the EU IDEA-FAST and Mobilise-D projects. The devices were specifically chosen due to their ability to measure acceleration and rotational forces. They were also chosen for their ease of use and comfort (important for specific group participating in the studies who may have reduced mobility, dexterity and cognitive function). The AX6 is an accelerometer data logger developed by Axivity that is worn with a provided wristband or can be attached elsewhere on the body with a patch. AX6 features a 6-axis accelerometer, temperature sensor, light sensor, real time quartz clock and an on-board memory for data storage. Sampling rate and range are configurable which enables it to be optimized to different uses. Collection up to 16 days is possible at 100Hz without recharging. The long battery life and high-resolution data make it ideal for collecting longitudinal movement data in clinical trials. Data is stored on the device and requires manual transfer. There is a large repository of AX3 data (~100,000 subjects [12]) within the UK biobank and has over 20 peer reviewed publications including disease populations of interest to IDEA-FAST, e.g., people with Parkinson's. The device has been tested in patients with Parkinson's disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Huntington's disease and Primary Sjogren's Syndrome across clinical hospital sites within the EU with positive feedback from both patients and clinical staff. Newcastle University requires devices to measure bio-physical parameters for patients involved in clinical trials. These devices are required for the EU IDEA-FAST and Mobilise-D projects. The devices were specifically chosen due to their ability to measure acceleration and rotational forces. They were also chosen for their ease of use and comfort (important for specific group participating in the studies who may have reduced mobility, dexterity and cognitive function).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/202ae1a7-9e51-4348-ab6d-2c5df211ce83 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated without a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 19 Oct 2021 - 20 Oct 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £200,000 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AXIVITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 33100000 - Medical equipments
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

## Release History

- 21 Oct 2021 at 08:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/202ae1a7-9e51-4348-ab6d-2c5df211ce83

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/202ae1a7-9e51-4348-ab6d-2c5df211ce83
  21st October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ncl.ac.uk

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