Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13b99-ba67-7275-a8cc-7e4c212c14b4/studio-ulster [Skip to main content](#main-content) cancelledGBrestricted procedure # Studio Ulster [University of Ulster](https://tendernation.io/buyers/university-of-ulster) Estimated value £26,000,000 Published 25 Jul 2023 Deadline Closed 24 Jan 2023 ## About this tender Ulster University is seeking to procure an Operator and Delivery partner for the Studio Ulster project. Studio Ulster is a large-scale virtual studio production complex designed to support both commercial and research, development and innovation activities. The facilities include, but are not limited to, a large-scale virtual studio sound stage, second flexible virtual production sound stage, a smart/demo stage, a motion capture stage and 3D scanning stage with a total floor area of approx. 70,000sq. The Operator will be responsible for developing the design, the installation and the operation of the equipment servicing Studio Ulster. Studio Ulster will include a ‘Tier 1’ Centre of Excellence in Research & Development & Innovation in the virtual production and associated technologies sector. The building is being delivered by Belfast Harbour as part of an expansion within the existing Belfast Harbour Film complex. Belfast Harbour, as landlord, and Ulster University have entered into a long-term Agreement for Lease for Studio Ulster. The Operator and Delivery Partner will develop the detailed design for the specialist equipment, procure the specialist equipment on behalf of UU and operate the commercial activities within the facility, which in turn will drive R&D across the virtual production, broadcast, animation, games and immersive elements of this sector. ### Page 4 to 14 The Operator & Delivery Partner will be required to : - Work with strategic partners within the virtual production and associated technologies sector to support the growth of the creative industry sector in NI, through a focus on virtual production as a nexus within the screen industries. - Promote and operate a centre of excellence in the screen sector, recognised locally, nationally and internationally, as a focal point for the screen industries. - Support innovation in the production cycle to generate new products, services and experiences, through applied research and collaborative R&D with players in the screen industry. - Create a step change in the wider ecosystem by supporting development and driving innovation in the screen sector, that facilitates the application and adoption of new approaches and emerging technologies across multiple industry sectors. - Work with key stakeholders to provide training and skills development opportunities that expand the capacity of the talent pipeline, to meet the needs of the screen sector. Ulster University is fully committed to the implementation and delivery of Social Value through procurement and operations, and this shall form part of the procurement award criteria for this competition Read full description ## CPV classification IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and supportRadio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipmentTransmission apparatus for radiotelephony, radiotelegraphy, radio broadcasting and televisionBroadcasting equipmentTelevision transmission apparatus without reception apparatusRadio transmission apparatus with reception apparatusTelevision camerasData-transmission equipmentDigital transmission apparatusTelevision and radio receivers, and sound or video recording or reproducing apparatusRadio broadcast receivers Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-0386be-2023-07-25T16:17:06+01:00 [View official notice ](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-0386be-2023-07-25T16:17:06+01:00) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. 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