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title: "WP7.2 - Supply and Installation of an Immersive Visualisation Suite and Autonomous Vehicles Test Facility"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03c80c"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH"
published: "2023-07-24"
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# WP7.2 - Supply and Installation of an Immersive Visualisation Suite and Autonomous Vehicles Test Facility

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03c80c

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## Summary

The University of Plymouth has completed the procurement process for the supply and installation of an Immersive Visualisation Suite and Autonomous Vehicles Test Facility. This tender was categorised under the goods main procurement category for the industry of audio-visual equipment. The University aimed to enhance its Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) Laboratory with new capabilities, enabling active learning and large-scale student experimentation. The procurement method used was an open procedure with accelerated aspects, allowing for swift decision-making and reducing timelines. The contract, awarded to Mechdyne Europe Limited for £761,248, signifies the project's award stage completion on 28th June 2023.

This tender by the University of Plymouth presents growth opportunities for businesses involved in audio-visual equipment, educational technology, and immersive learning solutions. Companies specializing in supplying and installing innovative educational facilities and equipment, particularly in the fields of science and technology, would be well-suited to compete. The contract's active status indicates a commitment to ongoing development within the University, making it an attractive prospect for businesses looking to contribute to cutting-edge educational initiatives. The competitive evaluation criteria of 70% quality and 30% price provide guidance on the University's priorities, presenting a clear target for potential bidders aiming to align with the buyer's requirements and expectations for this project.

## Notice

The requirements of our Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) Laboratory seek to create a new, active learning facility, bringing experimental testing resources into one place that will enable large groups of students to learn the fundamental principles of engineering science and technology through experimentation, observation, and analysis. Situated in the New Engineering Design Facility provides an opportunity to enlarge our student-centred facilities for understanding the fundamental principles of engineering science and technology. To this end, we wish to extend and complement our existing laboratory equipment with new teaching equipment especially designed to support inquiry-led learning through experimentation. Immersive Visualisation Suite and Autonomous Vehicle Test Facility are new capabilities that will support learning.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The requirements of our Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) Laboratory seek to create a new, active learning facility, bringing experimental testing resources into one place that will enable large groups of students to learn the fundamental principles of engineering science and technology through experimentation, observation, and analysis. Situated in the New Engineering Design Facility provides an opportunity to enlarge our student-centred facilities for understanding the fundamental principles of engineering science and technology. To this end, we wish to extend and complement our existing laboratory equipment with new teaching equipment especially designed to support inquiry-led learning through experimentation. Immersive Visualisation Suite and Autonomous Vehicle Test Facility are new capabilities that will support learning.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021274-2023 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jul 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 26 May 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jun 2023 |
| Contract period | 26 May 2023 - 31 Jul 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £765,000 |
| Lots value | £765,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £761,248 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH, DEVON |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL4 8AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | Drake |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport |
| Delivery location | TLK41 Plymouth |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MECHDYNE EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 30231000 - Computer screens and consoles
- 32321200 - Audio-visual equipment
- 51313000 - Installation services of sound equipment

## Release History

- 24 Jul 2023 at 11:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021274-2023
- 11 May 2023 at 13:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013480-2023

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=68236&B=UNIVERSITYPLYMOUTH
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/97185
- https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/about-us/university-structure/service-areas/procurement

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