Scope
Reference
P2025-218
Description
The robotic arm demonstrator will provide a simulated environment to test and develop greater understanding of the needs of the manufacturing sector and the application of digital twin technologies.
Total value (estimated)
- £400,000 excluding VAT
- £480,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2026
- 1 year
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
22 October 2025
Engagement process description
Digital Catapult is issuing this Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) Notice for the provision of a robotic demonstrator that will explore the impact and technological advancements in the context of digital twins within the manufacturing sector.
The robotic arm demonstrator will provide a simulated environment to test and develop greater understanding of the needs of the manufacturing sector and the application of digital twin technologies. This demonstrator will be commissioned and deployed by the supplier within the Digital Twin Design Centre in Belfast.
To participate in the PME, interested suppliers are required to read the Supplier Information Document and complete and return the Annex A - PME Response Questionnaire no later than Wednesday 22nd October 2025 at 12:00hrs.
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
28 November 2025
Contracting authority
Digital Catapult
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PQJV-5136-MHML
101 Euston Road
London
NW1 2RA
United Kingdom
Contact name: Procurement Department
Email: procurement@digicatapult.org.uk
Website: https://www.digicatapult.org.uk
Region: UKI31 - Camden and City of London
Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)