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title: "GB-Stoke on Trent: Staffordshire University Flight Simulator"
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# GB-Stoke on Trent: Staffordshire University Flight Simulator

Buyer: STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-64927eb8-e807-4bb1-b92c-2ef98694ddac

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## Summary

The procurement process concerns Staffordshire University, which is seeking to acquire a flight simulator as part of its undergraduate and postgraduate aeronautical programmes. This project falls under the goods category, specifically targeting the industry of flight simulators. The tender is currently active and will close on 23 January 2017. The contract, valued at £50,000, is intended for delivery in the West Midlands, with a contract period commencing on 1 March 2017 and concluding on 31 July 2017. The procurement method adopted for this tender is an open procedure, allowing any suitably qualified suppliers to participate.

This opportunity presents a significant potential for business growth, particularly for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in developing aviation training equipment. Businesses specialising in flight simulation technology, educational tools, or related engineering fields would be well-placed to compete for this contract. The aim is to not only procure a simulator that meets the university's needs but also to foster innovation through student-designed aircraft simulations, providing even more avenues for creative contributions from prospective suppliers.

## Notice

Staffordshire University has both an undergraduate degree in Aeronautical Technology and an MSc in Aeronautical Engineering. The University now require a flight simulator which will allow students to familiarise themselves with standard flying procedures for a range of different aircraft. This will need a Boeing type yoke as well as an Airbus type side stick, as well as rudder controls. The University also need to simulate student-designed aircraft and modifications to standard aircraft, as well as different flight scenarios and aircraft system failures. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/992c10fc-c707-447a-b869-b088e644b8e6 |
| 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 | 9 Jan 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2017 - 31 Jul 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | STOKE ON TRENT |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST4 2DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent |
| Local authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Electoral ward | Hanley Park, Joiner's Square & Shelton |
| Westminster constituency | Stoke-on-Trent Central |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34741400 - Flight simulators

## Release History

- 9 Jan 2017 at 15:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/992c10fc-c707-447a-b869-b088e644b8e6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/992c10fc-c707-447a-b869-b088e644b8e6
  9th January 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Stoke-on-Trent:-Staffordshire-University-Flight-Simulator/RD3522V5NH
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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