Section one: Contracting authority/entity
one.1) Name and addresses
The University of Birmingham
University of Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM
B15 2TT
Contact
Kseniya Samsonik
Country
United Kingdom
Region code
UKG31 - Birmingham
Internet address(es)
Main address
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Whole head OPM-MEG System
Reference number
FRAM542/22
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics
two.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
two.1.4) Short description
The HEDscan system is a non-invasive, wearable magnetoencephalography (MEG) system based on optically pumped magnetometer (OPM) sensor technology. OPM sensors are placed directly on the participant's head and allow to record brain activity with very high fidelity. The system will be complementary to MEG facilities located at the Centre for Human Brain Health at the University of Birmingham. It will be based in the OPM Lab facility and will be made available to other research groups at CHBH and UoB. The system comprises of a smart helmet that fits all head sizes and number of OPM sensors.
To ensure compatibility of the system we require that additional OPM sensors will be purchased with the original equipment manufacturer (FieldLine Inc). The purchase is for the smart helmet, reclining chair with fixtures to secure the helmet, OPM sensors and controllers as a bundle, as well as service contracts and any additional peripheral equipment that is complementary to the existing equipment. The purchase will be for a period of 2 years.
Section six. Complementary information
six.6) Original notice reference
Notice number: 2022/S 000-011483
Section seven. Changes
seven.1) Information to be changed or added
seven.2) Other additional information
The University has made the decision to abandon this VEAT and go out to Open Tender for the requirement.