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title: "Supply and Installation of a Magnetometry Test Bench Including Head Phantoms to the University of Birmingham"
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# Supply and Installation of a Magnetometry Test Bench Including Head Phantoms to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-868d2e3c-285d-4b9f-8264-56585b2c8161

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is looking to procure the supply and installation of a Magnetometry Test Bench, which includes head phantoms as part of the project’s overall budget of up to £117,000 (VAT exempt). The procurement process follows an open procedure and is currently at the award stage, with the contract period set to start on 3rd November 2020 and end by 20th November 2020. The tender was initiated on 10th August 2020 and was formally awarded on 14th October 2020. Interested parties should note that the service will primarily focus on visual and auditory stimulation equipment for research purposes, to be delivered to Birmingham (postal code B15 2TT).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced technological equipment, particularly those with expertise in visual and auditory stimulation devices integrated with eye-tracking capabilities. Companies that are small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) should consider applying, as the procurement authority encourages SME participation. The features required are quite specific; thus, businesses with experience in developing compatible systems for research purposes could find this an ideal chance to expand their market presence and forge partnerships with educational institutions.

## Notice

Supply and Installation of a Magnetometry Test Bench Including Head Phantoms to the University of Birmingham Equipment for visual and auditory stimulation, button press device as well as eye-tracker for monitoring the eye movements of the test-persons. Visual stimulation: we require a visual projector with a >1000Hz refresh rate. Auditory stimulation: the stimulation needs to be MEG compatible. Control pad kid: The device must be MEG compatible, i.e. using optical fibers. Eye-tracking: the eye-tracker must operate at a fast sampling frequency (>1000 Hz) in order to detect micro-saccades. Furthermore it must be integrated with the projector such that visual stimulation can be coupled to eye-movements. The devices above must be integrated in order to work together Overall budget for this item is up to PS117,000 (VAT EXEMPTION) This project may be funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) or; - European Structural and Investment Fund (ESIF) or; - Research Councils UK (RCUK), the strategic partnership of the UK's seven Research Councils.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/517067b6-ca4d-41e4-9ea0-ef1421481bbb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 3 Nov 2020 - 20 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £72,842 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VPIXX TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38636100 - Lasers

## Release History

- 5 Nov 2020 at 10:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/517067b6-ca4d-41e4-9ea0-ef1421481bbb
- 10 Aug 2020 at 07:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61358dfa-4416-4a22-91cd-a1ddcd65ac8d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/517067b6-ca4d-41e4-9ea0-ef1421481bbb
  5th November 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61358dfa-4416-4a22-91cd-a1ddcd65ac8d
  10th August 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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