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title: "Advanced Control and Robotics"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-043573"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER"
published: "2024-09-02"
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# Advanced Control and Robotics

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-043573

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## Summary

The University of Ulster has conducted a procurement process titled "Advanced Control and Robotics", classified under the industry category of mechanical handling equipment (CPV: 42418500). Located at the Belfast Campus in Northern Ireland, the project sought the acquisition of a state-of-the-art ACR system, which includes mobile autonomous platforms, collaborative robotic (Cobot) arms, and Turtlebot4 autonomous robots. The procurement process utilised an open procedure method, and the contract was awarded on 1st July 2024, with a total estimated value of £200,000. Significant dates included a tender period ending on 28th February 2024, ensuring adequate time for potential bidders to participate.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced robotics and automation solutions. Companies that have expertise in providing cutting-edge mechanical handling equipment and autonomous robotics systems would be well-suited to compete. Participating in such tenders can drive business growth by showcasing innovative solutions in a prestigious educational setting and establishing long-term partnerships with leading academic institutions like the University of Ulster. High-quality service delivery and maintenance offerings will also be advantageous due to the project's emphasis on methodology and after-sales service.

## Notice

Advanced Control and Robotics-ACR system, which consists of 2x mobile autonomous platforms with their accompanying industrial-standard collaborative robotic (Cobot) arms as well as 4x Turtlebot4 autonomous robots.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027987-2024 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | £200,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER |
| Locality | COLERAINE |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT52 1SA |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN0C Causeway Coast and Glens |
| Local authority | Causeway Coast and Glens |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | East Londonderry |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INNOVATIVE TOTAL SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42418500 - Mechanical handling equipment

## Release History

- 2 Sep 2024 at 15:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027987-2024
- 29 Jan 2024 at 15:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002947-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ulster.ac.uk
- https://e-sourcingni.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml

## Provenance

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