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title: "Acquisition of VRtex360 Augmented Reality Welding Training System"
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# Acquisition of VRtex360 Augmented Reality Welding Training System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8d3f067b-426f-40a2-9e3f-7e90da45bf3f

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## Summary

The procurement process for the acquisition of the VRtex360 Augmented Reality Welding Training System has been conducted by the University of Sheffield, located in Rotherham, Yorkshire and the Humber. The contract, valued at £58,567, was awarded to Lincoln Electric (UK) Limited on 13th June 2018, with the contract period running from 14th June 2018 to 13th July 2018. This tender was initiated as a single-source authorisation under the training software package category, with the tender period concluding on 6th June 2018.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in educational technology, particularly those focusing on training systems and welding solutions. Companies that offer innovative training packages or augmented reality technologies are well-positioned to compete for similar contracts. Engaging with such opportunities can facilitate growth and expansion in sectors prioritising skilled training and development.

## Notice

Purchase of VRtex360 augmented reality welding training system and welding powersource. Package designed to transfer a trainee welder from having no experience, into a trained, coded, proficient welder.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b51066b2-ea19-4ecd-99dd-272b3be0514d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Single source Authorisation |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jun 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Jun 2018 |
| Contract period | 13 Jun 2018 - 13 Jul 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £58,567 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £58,567 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | ROTHERHAM |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S60 5TZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE34 Rotherham |
| Local authority | Rotherham |
| Electoral ward | Rother Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Rotherham |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LINCOLN ELECTRIC (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48931000 - Training software package

## Release History

- 14 Jun 2018 at 08:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b51066b2-ea19-4ecd-99dd-272b3be0514d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b51066b2-ea19-4ecd-99dd-272b3be0514d
  14th June 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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