Award

Ultrasound Neuromodulation Device (Transducer)

  • University of Plymouth

UK6: Contract award notice - Procurement Act 2023 - view information about notice types

Notice identifier: 2025/S 000-030001

Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-051980 (view related notices)

Published 4 June 2025, 4:10pm



Scope

Reference

MW/UoP/Ultrasound_Neuromodulation/102/25

Description

The University of Plymouth requires a ultrasound neuromodulation device which is designed for human use, specifically for non-invasive brain modulation.

It is not a High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) device and is not intended for surgery or tissue ablation. The system will utilize a multi-phased array transducer with 256 elements, with 128 elements positioned on each side of the head, targeting the temples. Acoustic simulation is included to optimize targeting and effectiveness. An MR-compatible version of the device is available for precise positioning and integration with imaging. Additionally, the system incorporates facial recognition to facilitate individualized device registration and setup for each participant.


Contract 1

Supplier

Contract value

  • £337,000 excluding VAT
  • £337,000 including VAT

Above the relevant threshold

Award decision date

4 June 2025

Standstill period

  • End: 13 June 2025
  • 8 working days

Earliest date the contract will be signed

14 June 2025

Contract dates (estimated)

  • 14 June 2025 to 30 May 2026
  • 11 months, 17 days

Main procurement category

Goods

CPV classifications

  • 33124120 - Diagnostic ultrasound devices

Contract locations

  • UKK41 - Plymouth

Procedure

Procedure type

Direct award


Supplier

Attune Neurosciences Inc

  • Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDPC-6183-TQJP

2325 3rd Street, Suite 424

San Francisco

94107

United States

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

Supported employment provider: No

Public service mutual: No

Contract 1


Contracting authority

University of Plymouth

  • UK Register of Learning Providers (UKPRN number): 10007801
  • Public Procurement Organisation Number: PQHL-4825-PGGL

Drakes Circus

Plymouth

PL4 8AA

United Kingdom

Region: UKK41 - Plymouth

Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government