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title: "Integration of a Physics Engine into UKAEA's RHOVR Application to Render Haptic Forces to Off-the-Shelf Haptic Interface Devices."
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04b27b"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
published: "2024-10-30"
---

# Integration of a Physics Engine into UKAEA's RHOVR Application to Render Haptic Forces to Off-the-Shelf Haptic Interface Devices.

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04b27b

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has completed a contract for the integration of a Physics Engine into their RHOVR Application to render haptic forces to off-the-shelf haptic interface devices. The contract falls under the industry category of industry-specific software development services and has been classified under CPV code 72212100. The procurement took place at the Culham Campus in the region UKJ14, with the procurement stage now being at the award phase. The contract, negotiated without the publication of a contract notice due to exclusive licensing rights held by Toia Ltd, was signed on 30 October 2024 for the amount of £70,000 GBP.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for software developers and tech firms specialising in haptic technology, as it involves the integration of advanced physics engines into existing applications. Companies with experience in industry-specific software development, particularly those familiar with the proprietary technologies held by Toia Ltd, would find this contract aligned with their expertise. Engaging in such a specialised project can not only enhance a company’s portfolio but also establish them as leaders in the niche market of haptic interface devices.

## Notice

Integration of a Physics Engine into UKAEA's RHOVR Application to Render Haptic Forces to Off-the-Shelf Haptic Interface Devices.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Integration of a Physics Engine into UKAEA's RHOVR Application to Render Haptic Forces to Off-the-Shelf Haptic Interface Devices.

### Procurement Information

This is a further development of pre-existing software based on proprietary IP that is owned by Toia Ltd. The proprietary technology is only available under direct licensing from Toia Ltd, and it does not currently have a public API (Application Programming Interface) that would allow integration by a third party other than Toia.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035139-2024 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated without publication of a contract notice |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £70,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | ABINGDON |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX14 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | South Oxfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Sandford & the Wittenhams |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TOIA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72212100 - Industry specific software development services

## Release History

- 30 Oct 2024 at 10:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035139-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority

## Provenance

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