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title: "Specialist Sports Equipment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02e18e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY"
published: "2021-12-08"
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# Specialist Sports Equipment

Buyer: MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02e18e

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by Manchester Metropolitan University focuses on the acquisition of Specialist Sports Equipment for its Institute of Sport, with a total value of £300,000. The contracting authority is located in Manchester (UKD33) and the procurement is at the Tender stage, which is currently active. The tender is divided into three packages, each requiring specific equipment, including various types of treadmills and a Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometer. Key deadlines include the submission deadline on 18th October 2021, with bids to be opened immediately thereafter.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in sports science and medical equipment. Companies that manufacture or supply high-performance treadmills, testing equipment, and medical imaging devices would be well-suited to compete in this tender. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as larger suppliers have already engaged in the bid process, illustrating the competitive landscape that this contract encompasses. Participation in this procurement can help businesses expand their reach within the educational sector and enhance their portfolio in sports medicine technology.

## Notice

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking to appoint through a competitive tender process, a supplier(s) of Specialist Sport Equipment for our Institute of Sport which is currently approaching building construction completion and opens in January 2022.

### Lot Information

Package 1

We require a specialist instrumented treadmill for sports science and sports medicine research providing measurements of three-dimensional ground reaction forces and torques. With a deck size of at approximately 170/65cm or larger, it should also provide a range of belt speeds, elevation to +20%, reverse belt rotation (for downhill running), safety arch plus harness and matt black colour finish to reduce interference with motion capture devices (Mocap).

Package 2

We require FOUR performance testing treadmills for sports science and sports medicine research.1. One single wide-belt treadmill of approximately 250/125 cm for running and wheelchair testing. Must have matt black finish, wheelchair ramp and stability harness. To be situated on the ground floor laboratory with floor-ceiling clearance of 3.3m (TBC). Maximum 32A 3 phase commando socket supply available.2. One treadmill suitable for use in our extreme environment chamber with temperature ranging from -20 to 40 C. To be situated on the ground floor laboratory with floor-ceiling clearance of 3.0m generally (2.80m at the sides). Maximum 16A 3 phase commando socket supply available.3. Two performance testing treadmills. To be situated on a first-floor laboratory with floor-ceiling clearance of 3.0m. 240v standard power socket supplies available.

Package 3

We require a Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometer for sports medicine and other clinical research purposes. A large bed size and scanning window with high weight limit are needed to accommodate the full range of body sizes, including large athletes and obese patients. A phantom and other necessary calibration or peripherals should be included. Research-grade image resolution and quality are of high importance.Computer interface, software and scanning sequences should enable analytics for bone, fat and lean mass of total body and regional sites, as well as bone characteristics at clinically relevant regions of interest including the femur and spine. Tender responses should include the scanner, computer interface, software license options, servicing options, installation and training.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030549-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | £375,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £399,473 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLD33 Manchester |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | GE MEDICAL SYSTEMS; HAB INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

### Codes

- 33111000 - X-ray devices
- 37441100 - Treadmills

## Release History

- 8 Dec 2021 at 15:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030549-2021
- 16 Sep 2021 at 13:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023067-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/mmu/aspx/Home
- https://www2.mmu.ac.uk/

## Provenance

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