--- title: "EC0745 fMRI equipment SINAPSE" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000472063" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000472063" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000472063.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000472063.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH" published: "2017-05-24" --- # EC0745 fMRI equipment SINAPSE Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000472063 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000472063) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000472063.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves the University of Edinburgh as the primary buying organisation, seeking suppliers for the "EC0745 fMRI equipment SINAPSE" project. This initiative is situated in the education sector and focuses on the supply and installation of fMRI equipment for MRI centres within a consortium of Scottish universities, including the University of Aberdeen, University of Dundee, and University of Glasgow. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period ended on 23rd December 2016, leading into the award stage following that date. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical equipment and technology, particularly those with experience in fMRI-compatible products. Companies that can demonstrate compliance with stringent selection criteria, including technical qualifications and relevant insurance coverage, would be well-suited to compete. The involvement of multiple universities within the consortium further highlights the potential for collaborative projects and ongoing engagement in the education sector. ## Notice Supply and installation of fMRI equipment in the MRI centres involved in SINAPSE, a consortium of Scottish universities aiming to create a strong dynamic network for a shared environment for strategic research development in brain imaging (http://www.sinapse.ac.uk/). Institutions include University of Edinburgh, University of Aberdeen, University of Glasgow and University of Dundee. Bidders must self-certify their adherence to selection and exclusion criteria via the ESPD (Scotland) on PCS-T. Suppliers may be required to submit Means of Proof at a later stage. ### Lot Information MRI Compatible Video Projectors The video projector must have a shielding mechanism from the magnetic field up to 7 Tesla, have a resolution of at least 1920(H) by 1080(V) pixels and a frame rate of at least 60Hz for colour images. A screen to project the visual information must also be provided, the resolution of which shall be considered. The projector should be able to project through the waveguide (Projection horizontal screen size 60cm, Projection screen distance up to 474cm). The interfacing capabilities between the stimulation PC and the video projector are of primary importance. The device must not be software specific, i.e. any stimulation software able to send information. The capacity to interface with other (video or audio) devices other than the ones of the supplier shall also be considered. It must be specified how synchronization between the video card and the display is achieved (for instance, a buffer is used to achieve an exact timing on screen corresponding to N ms after the PC send the information).. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if there are any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 Renewal: 12 months extension option MRI Compatible Screen The display must be a large screen (32 inches) with a resolution of 1920(H) by 1080(V) pixels and a refresh rate of at least 60Hz. The interfacing capabilities between the stimulation PC and the screen are of primary importance, in particular it must be specified how synchronization between the video card and the display is achieved (or if for instance there is a buffer to ensure a fixed delay).. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if there are any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 Renewal: 12 months extension option Eye Tracker The eye tracker must be MRI compatible, up to 7 Tesla. It must have an acquisition rate of at least 60 Hz, have an easy interface with other fMRI related equipment. Importantly, training in setting up and acquire the data is also required at the installation.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if there are any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 Renewal: 12 months extension option Eye Glasses Eye glasses must be MRI compatible, up to 7 Tesla, and provide a range of optical corrections.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if there are any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 Renewal: 12 months extension option Goggles with/without Eye Tracker Goggles must have a resolution of at least 1920(H) x 1080(V) pixels and a refresh rate of at least 60Hz. They must have a built in diopter correction system. The interfacing capabilities between the stimulation PC and the googles are of primary importance, in particular it must be specified how synchronization between the video card and the display is achieved (or if for instance there is a buffer to ensure a fixed delay).. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if there are any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 Renewal: 12 months extension option Earphones The system must allow bi-directional communication and earphones must be using electrodynamic or electrostatic technology. They must be MRI compatible, up to 7 Tesla. The interfacing capabilities between the stimulation PC and the earphones are of primary importance. The device must not be software specific, i.e. any stimulation software able to send information. It must be specified how synchronization between the audio card and the earphone is achieved (what is the delay between the audio card and the stimulus delivery).. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if there are any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 Renewal: 12 month extension option Head Phones The system must allow bi-directional communication and earphones must be using electrodynamic or electrostatic technology. An important factor to specify is the thickness, with a maximum of 26mm. Detail of the frequency range and responses is requested and will be taken into consideration. The interfacing capabilities between the stimulation PC and the earphones are also of importance. The device must not be software specific, i.e. any stimulation software able to send information. It must be specified how synchronization between the audio card and the earphone is achieved (what is the delay between the audio card and the stimulus delivery).. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if there are any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 Renewal: 12 month extension option Response Pads Response devices must be MRI compatible up to 7 Tesla. The device must not be software specific, i.e. any software must be able to read information from the device. The amount of pressure to apply to trigger a response must be specified. The lot must be composed of two sets of - The 1st set must include 2 devices with 1 or 2 buttons only. - The 2nd is composed of a single response device, which must have a least 4 buttons.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if there are any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 Renewal: 12 month extension option MRI/PC synchronization device The proposed device must interface easily with the scanner (electrical and optical input) and the PC use for stimulation (serial and USB).. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if there are any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 Renewal: 12 month extension option ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY284192 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 May 2017 | | Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2016 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 1 May 2017 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £500,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Active, Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH | | Additional buyers | UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN; UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE; UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH1 1HT | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Hillhead | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North | | Delivery location | UKM25 Edinburgh, City of | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use ## Release History - 24 May 2017 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY284192 - 23 Nov 2016 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV265038 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV265038 EC0745 fMRI equipment SINAPSE - Supply and installation of fMRI equipment in the MRI centres involved in SINAPSE, a consortium of Scottish universities aiming to create a strong dynamic network for a shared environment for strategic research development in brain imaging (http://www.sinapse.ac.uk/). Institutions include University of Edinburgh, University of Aberdeen, University of Glasgow and University of Dundee. Bidders must self-certify their adherence to selection and exclusion criteria via the ESPD (Scotland) on PCS-T. Suppliers may be required to submit Means of Proof at a later stage. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY284192 EC0745 fMRI equipment SINAPSE - Supply and installation of fMRI equipment in the MRI centres involved in SINAPSE, a consortium of Scottish universities aiming to create a strong dynamic network for a shared environment for strategic research development in brain imaging (http://www.sinapse.ac.uk/). Institutions include University of Edinburgh, University of Aberdeen, University of Glasgow and University of Dundee. Bidders must self-certify their adherence to selection and exclusion criteria via the ESPD (Scotland) on PCS-T. Suppliers may be required to submit Means of Proof at a later stage. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/procurement/supplying - http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/hse40.pdf - http://www.sinapse.ac.uk/ - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000472063 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000472063. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000472063.json.