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title: "Provision of a Markerless Motion Capture System"
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# Provision of a Markerless Motion Capture System

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-80ac128b-35ee-4437-bcc3-648c07b302b0

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## Summary

The procurement process for the provision of a Markerless Motion Capture System was conducted by the Ministry of Defence, located in London, England. The contract, valued at £53,180, falls under the category of miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments. This open procedure tender was awarded on 29 August 2020, with a contract period spanning from 1 September 2020 to 30 November 2020. The procurement details indicate that the system is crucial for assessing human movement during military activities, requiring a robust setup including multiple cameras and specialised software.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced motion capture technology and testing equipment. Companies that can provide high-quality marker-less tracking solutions capable of meeting military standards, including accuracy in challenging environments, are particularly well-suited to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can leverage this opportunity to expand their market reach, as the procurement allows for competitive input from a diverse range of suppliers.

## Notice

This contract was for a marker-less motion capture system to assess human movement of recruits during military specific activities and tasks. The Contract had the following requirements * A minimum of an 8-camera set up with all necessary devices, hardware, peripherals and software to support. Including but not limited to; marker-less tracking software + licence and support; Visual 3D professional software + licence and support; electronically accessible and secure software download; Camera batteries (rechargeable); Control box; SD card with adequate capacity + adapter; Computer (laptop) (stand-alone) + adequate processor to support large data sets; Windows applications (10 minimum); video card; memory >=8GB; hard drive >=1TB. * Comparable in accuracy and precision to gold-standard marker-based systems (e.g., Vicon, Qualisys) (sagittal/frontal/transverse plane joint angles and spatio-temporal variables) for walking, running and jumping activities. Provide empirical evidence (impartial preferred). * Accuracy maintained to acceptable levels with individuals wearing camouflage clothing, rucksacks and other military equipment occluding key landmarks; in cluttered environments, and with moving backgrounds (such as cars or other people). * Options for different capture volumes (i.e. differing quotes for different sizes) - minimum capture area of 10m x 10m * Able to work indoors and outdoors (include IP ratings for electronic equipment). * Licences will be accessed from electronic links and websites. * Outputs to, and includes, suitable post-capture biomechanical analytical software (e.g., Visual 3D) * Robust enough to operate in field settings (plus lab) (include IP ratings for electronic equipment). * Portable - including battery powered for outdoor operation. * Ability to capture multiple individuals simultaneously (>= 3). * Limited set-up time for each situation (described above) including minimal input from the participant * User guides and additional one-to-one support

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8174b68a-ff10-476b-9cfd-f365795f6ab1 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Aug 2020 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2020 - 30 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £53,180 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £53,180 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC2A 4DW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Hackney |
| Electoral ward | Hoxton East & Shoreditch |
| Westminster constituency | Hackney South and Shoreditch |
| 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 | THEIA MARKERLESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2021 at 14:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8174b68a-ff10-476b-9cfd-f365795f6ab1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8174b68a-ff10-476b-9cfd-f365795f6ab1
  27th April 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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