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title: "Purchase of a Dynamic Positioning Simulator"
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# Purchase of a Dynamic Positioning Simulator

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5ec958ed-d28a-4736-b506-ed34b01d0d08

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## Summary

The University of Plymouth is currently seeking suppliers for the procurement of a Dynamic Positioning Simulator, classified under the "Simulators" category. The procurement process is at the active tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 3rd December 2021 at 12:00 PM UTC. This procurement falls within the goods category, and the contract period is anticipated to commence on 5th January 2022 and conclude by 31st July 2022. The contract will be carried out under an open procedure, inviting a broad range of suppliers to participate from various geographical locations, including the UK and surrounding regions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in simulation technologies and digital twin applications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, given the tender’s suitability for such organisations. With the increasing need for offshore simulation services, companies that possess expertise in machine learning and vessel simulation will be well-positioned to compete successfully for this contract, thereby contributing to their growth and portfolio expansion.

## Notice

The University of Plymouth is a delivery partner in the Deed of Grant Funding Agreement for the project Cornwall Flow Accelerator, number O5R19P03188 (Wave Hub Development Services Limited, 2021). Its expertise within the project is defined as: "Digital twin expertise centred on creating offshore simulations in a virtual environment from a machine-learning perspective, together with vessel simulation expertise" (Wave Hub Development Services Limited, 2021).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf44b923-e4ac-4255-9c84-26de5c9d9241 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Jan 2022 - 31 Jul 2022 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH, DEVON |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34150000 - Simulators

## Release History

- 3 Nov 2021 at 14:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf44b923-e4ac-4255-9c84-26de5c9d9241

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf44b923-e4ac-4255-9c84-26de5c9d9241
  3rd November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=40409&B=UNIVERSITYPLYMOUTH
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/97185
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/about-us/university-structure/service-areas/procurement

## Provenance

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