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Provision for Multi Purpose Driving Simulators

Forth Valley College

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Forth Valley College

Buyer Address: Grangemouth Road, Falkirk, UKM76, FK2 9AD, United Kingdom

Contact Name: Chris Harper

Contact Email: procurement@forthvalley.ac.uk

Contact Telephone: +44 1324403000

Status
complete
Procedure
open
Value
194772.0 GBP
Published
24 Nov 2025, 08:51
Deadline
n/a
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
goods
CPV
34150000 - Simulators
Region
n/a
Awarded To
Tenstar simulation Ltd
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

The Authority is seeking a single supplier to provide Multi Purpose Driving Simulators and ongoing technical support. The driving simulators will be used to provide students with realistic driving experiences through simulation.

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Opportunity Context

Lots

Lot Description: The College is seeking to appoint a single supplier for the supply, delivery, installation and ongoing maintenance and support of 4 multipurpose simulators. 2 larger simulators with realistic seating, controls, screens and motion and 2 smaller desktop portable solutions. The system will utilise AR and/or VR to simulate real-world driving scenarios, providing an immersive simulated training experience. It will allow students to practice without the need for multi vehicles and required space. The simulated environment will provide a safe training space, reducing the risks of injuries and costs related to driving physical vehicles. The equipment will be installed in our Falkirk campus, located at Grangemouth Road, Falkirk, FK2 9AD. The equipment needs to be installed by the Contractor by 12th December 2025. There may be a requirement to purchase additional equipment and upgrades throughout the duration of the contract.

Lot 1 Status: cancelled

Lot 1 Has Options: Yes

Lot 1 Options: There may be requirements for upgrades or additional software throughout the duration of the contract.

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Technical Question 1 – Hardware and Software

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Technical Question 2 - Presentation via Teams

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Technical Question 3 – Contract Mobilisation and Key Personnel

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Technical Question 4 – ICT and Installation Requirements

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Technical Question 5 – Feedback, Evaluation and Student Progress Reports

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Technical Question 6 - Learning and Curriculum Resources

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Technical Question 7 - After Sales Support and Maintenance Services

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Technical Question 8 - Responsible Procurement – Community Benefits and Sustainability

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Technical Question 9 - Data Protection and Cyber Security Risks

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