--- title: "Legged mobile robot, capable of navigating stairs ways and oddly arranged terrain, facilitating safe traversal" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000644022" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000644022" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000644022.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000644022.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE" published: "2021-04-06" --- # Legged mobile robot, capable of navigating stairs ways and oddly arranged terrain, facilitating safe traversal Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000644022 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000644022) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000644022.json) ## Summary The University of Strathclyde, based in Glasgow, has successfully awarded a contract for a legged mobile robot capable of navigating complex terrains, including stairs. This procurement, classified under the goods category, was carried out through a limited procedure without prior publication, citing the uniqueness of the technical specifications as per regulation 33.1.b.ii. The contract was formally signed on 29 March 2021, with a total value of £100,000, and is now active. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in robotics and automation technology, particularly those with innovative solutions for navigating challenging environments. Companies with expertise in developing legged robotic systems or those with patented technologies related to slip detection and recovery may find themselves well-positioned to compete in similar future tender processes. Engaging with the University of Strathclyde could also facilitate valuable partnerships and further innovation in the field of robotics. ## Notice The University intends to award a contract under the negotiated procedure without prior publication under the provisions of regulation 33.1.b.ii of the prevailing legislation. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The University intends to award a contract under the negotiated procedure without prior publication under the provisions of regulation 33.1.b.ii of the prevailing legislation. ### Procurement Information The equipment to be procured must be a legged mobile robot, capable of navigating stairs ways and oddly arranged terrain, facilitating safe traversal. The identified system is evidenced to have a unique capability, as evidenced by the following patents: US9259838 - Systems and Methods for Ground Plane Estimation, US9804600 - Systems and Methods for Ground Plane Estimation, US9499219 - Touch-down Sensing for Robotic Devices, US9908240 - Ground Plane Compensation and US10528051 - Auto-height swing adjustment. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR411407 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Apr 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 29 Mar 2021 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £100,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G1 1QE | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East | | Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | BOSTON DYNAMICS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42997300 - Industrial robots ## Release History - 6 Apr 2021 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR411407 - 15 Feb 2021 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB406687 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB406687 Legged mobile robot, capable of navigating stairs ways and oddly arranged terrain, facilitating safe traversal - The University intends to award a contract under the negotiated procedure without prior publication under the provisions of regulation 33.1.b.ii of the prevailing legislation. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR411407 Legged mobile robot, capable of navigating stairs ways and oddly arranged terrain, facilitating safe traversal - The University intends to award a contract under the negotiated procedure without prior publication under the provisions of regulation 33.1.b.ii of the prevailing legislation. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.strath.ac.uk/ - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000644022 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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