--- title: "Flight Simulator" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d93e4559-3959-44d1-87b8-c4a2e8119925" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d93e4559-3959-44d1-87b8-c4a2e8119925" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d93e4559-3959-44d1-87b8-c4a2e8119925.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d93e4559-3959-44d1-87b8-c4a2e8119925.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY (NTU)" published: "2025-03-12" --- # Flight Simulator Buyer: NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY (NTU) Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d93e4559-3959-44d1-87b8-c4a2e8119925 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d93e4559-3959-44d1-87b8-c4a2e8119925) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d93e4559-3959-44d1-87b8-c4a2e8119925.json) ## Summary Nottingham Trent University (NTU) has completed the procurement process for purchasing a flight simulator, generating opportunities in the flight simulator industry. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with Vesaro Limited being the chosen supplier, awarded on 21 January 2025. The tender title is 'Flight Simulator,' classified under the flight simulators industry category (CPV code 34741400). The flight simulator is intended for NTU's engineering students to simulate realistic aircraft flying experiences. Key specifications include immersive multiple displays or VR, simulation of different fixed-wing aircraft, various flight control options, and comprehensive computing requirements. The contract period will commence on 28 January 2025 and end on 27 January 2027, with delivery addressing locations across the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement method was defined as 'Other', and the total contract value is GBP 48,019.2. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies involved in high-tech simulation technology and aerospace equipment providers. Businesses well-suited to compete in such tenders include those specialising in advanced simulation software, immersive VR technology, and flight control systems, especially those able to cater to educational institutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are considered suitable for participation. This contract could enhance the winning business's portfolio by showcasing their capability to deliver sophisticated simulation solutions, thus attracting more partnerships and future tenders in related domains. ## Notice The University had a requirement for the purchase of a flight simulator. The simulator was to be used to allow engineering students to experience flying different aircraft. It needed to be immersive, give realistic feeling control and a wide array of data simulating real world conditions. The following technical specifications were required: * To provide an immersive experience the simulator should feature either multiple displays and/or VR. * The ability to simulate multiple different fixed wing aircraft. * Different flight control options with a minimum of a single yoke and a flight stick. * A minimum of a single seat included. * Multiple displays showing live simulated data. * Flight control switch panel (this needs to be operational but doesn't need to be an exact replica of a specific aircraft). * All computing requirements and software for operation should be included. * Able to be powered using UK 3 pin plugs (240v). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/057ff422-4587-406f-8e8a-f73c8fe9b4dc | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Mar 2025 | | Submission deadline | 3 Dec 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 21 Jan 2025 | | Contract period | 28 Jan 2025 - 27 Jan 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £48,019 | | 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 | NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY (NTU) | | Locality | NOTTINGHAM | | Post town | Nottingham | | Postcode | NG1 4FQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham | | Local authority | Nottingham | | Electoral ward | St. Ann's | | Westminster constituency | Nottingham East | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | VESARO | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34741400 - Flight simulators ## Release History - 12 Mar 2025 at 13:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/057ff422-4587-406f-8e8a-f73c8fe9b4dc ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/057ff422-4587-406f-8e8a-f73c8fe9b4dc 12th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=87795&B=NTU Additional data - https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/128806 User / Company ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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