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title: "Dental Training VR Simulator Machines for School of Clinical Dentistry"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067581"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD"
published: "2026-03-26"
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# Dental Training VR Simulator Machines for School of Clinical Dentistry

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067581

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by the University of Sheffield, a sub-central government authority, for the tender titled "Dental Training VR Simulator Machines for School of Clinical Dentistry." The procurement's main category is goods, specifically simulators, with a budget allocation of £500,000 GBP. The open procedure tender is currently active, with submissions due by 12:00 PM (UK time) on 10th April 2026. Dental Training VR Simulator Machines will be delivered in Sheffield, United Kingdom, within the region UKE. The University of Sheffield manages the procurement process via its online tendering system, and inquiries can be submitted through this platform. The award announcement is anticipated to conclude by 1st July 2026, with a contract period stretching from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2027.

This tender offers a promising opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to expand their business by contributing innovative solutions in dental training simulator technology. Given the focus on quality criteria, including technical requirements and logistics among others, businesses specializing in high-tech dental equipment, virtual reality solutions, and comprehensive training supports are well-suited to compete. Additionally, firms with strong service support and value-added offerings will be advantageous. With an accelerated procedure due to urgency, companies with agile operations and quick delivery capabilities are likely to find this tender rewarding.

## Notice

The University of Sheffield is out to tender on behalf of the School of Clinical Dentistry for 10 Dental Training VR Simulator Machines. The full technical specification can be found in the tender documentation which will be sent to you once you have expressed your interest. Tender Process and Documentation: This is an Open Tender. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 10th April 2026 at 12 noon (UK time). The University of Sheffield is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Procurement Act 2023. The University reserves the right from time to time to voluntarily operate under the Procurement Act (as defined above) on a case by case basis. Otherwise, advertisement of any contract on the Central Digital Platform (CDP) is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no implied obligation to comply with the procurement legislation. For the avoidance of doubt, this procurement is not subject to the Procurement Act (as defined above).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028077-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | £500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34150000 - Simulators

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2026 at 15:35 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028077-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028077-2026
  26th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/

## Provenance

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