--- title: "Provision of Dedicated Digital Games Programming/Art Support for Launchpad Programme" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7b015973-64f4-44db-8666-62d1aca7c15e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7b015973-64f4-44db-8666-62d1aca7c15e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7b015973-64f4-44db-8666-62d1aca7c15e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7b015973-64f4-44db-8666-62d1aca7c15e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FALMOUTH EXETER PLUS" published: "2017-12-12" --- # Provision of Dedicated Digital Games Programming/Art Support for Launchpad Programme Buyer: FALMOUTH EXETER PLUS Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7b015973-64f4-44db-8666-62d1aca7c15e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7b015973-64f4-44db-8666-62d1aca7c15e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7b015973-64f4-44db-8666-62d1aca7c15e.json) ## Summary The procurement process is being conducted by Falmouth Exeter Plus for the title "Provision of Dedicated Digital Games Programming/Art Support for Launchpad Programme." This initiative falls under the software programming and consultancy services industry category and is located in Penryn, England. Currently in the open tender stage, the deadline for the receipt of tenders is set for 6th December 2017, with the contract period expected to commence on 15th December 2017 and run through to 23rd March 2018. Interested parties will engage in an open procurement method, aiming at providing essential technical support for game development projects within the Launchpad programme. This tender presents a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in digital games programming, technical art support, and user interface/user experience design. Companies with expertise in game engine development, particularly those experienced with Unity or Unreal, would be well-suited to compete. Furthermore, businesses keen on mentoring and training students in design and programming will find this project aligns well with their capabilities, offering a chance to build connections in the academic sector while contributing to innovative game development solutions. ## Notice 1. Purpose of the invitation to tender Falmouth University wishes to engage the services of a consultant to provide technical art and programming support for the Launchpad programme, with specific reference to the games project teams. In specific: 1. To work in the Launchpad studio for 2 days a week to provide support in the delivery of a range of complex games projects. 2. To assist the Launchpad students with the development of design, programming or art skills - to have good communication and people skills, in order to train and mentor others. 3. To act as a bridge between the artists and programmers on the games teams. 4. To provide support with game engine development, demonstrating prior experience with Unity or Unreal. 5. To provide programming support for the game development. 6. To provide technical 3D modelling, art and VFX support for the game development. 7. To provide UI/UX support for the game development. 8. To be able to work well as part of a team with a minimum of supervision. 9. To have demonstrable experience with at least one published game title. Additional information: Please register on https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofexeter/aspx/Home to download all documents associated with this opportunity. Timeframe as below: Clarification Deadline: Friday 01/12/17 at 12.00om mid-day Deadline for Receipt of Tender: Wednesday 06.12.17 at 12.00pm All correspondence must be directed through the in-tend portal. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9902e2f1-efa5-49a6-9679-ac7406a6f32a | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Dec 2017 | | Submission deadline | 6 Dec 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Dec 2017 - 23 Mar 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £4,500 | | 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 | FALMOUTH EXETER PLUS | | Locality | PENRYN | | Post town | Truro | | Postcode | TR10 9FE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly | | ITL 3 | TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly | | Local authority | Cornwall | | Electoral ward | Constantine, Mabe & Mawnan | | Westminster constituency | Camborne and Redruth | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services ## Release History - 12 Dec 2017 at 13:57 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9902e2f1-efa5-49a6-9679-ac7406a6f32a - 24 Nov 2017 at 09:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9902e2f1-efa5-49a6-9679-ac7406a6f32a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9902e2f1-efa5-49a6-9679-ac7406a6f32a 12th December 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofexeter/aspx/Home in-tend portal ## Notice URLs - http://www.falmouth.ac.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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