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GB-Newcastle upon Tyne: T24/0075 - System Design / Consultancy, Supplies, Integration and Maintenance of Audio-Visual equipment

NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY

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07 Jan 2026 at 14:20

Summary of the contracting process

Northumbria University has initiated a procurement process titled "GB-Newcastle upon Tyne: T24/0075 - System Design / Consultancy, Supplies, Integration and Maintenance of Audio-Visual equipment," aimed at enhancing its audio-visual capabilities. The procurement falls under the "Audio-visual equipment" industry category and is located in Newcastle upon Tyne, North East, United Kingdom. The contracting process has advanced to the award stage, with an award date of 15 December 2025, and the contract is set to commence on 5 January 2026, concluding on 4 January 2028. The contract value is for £2,000,000. This project is part of the NEUPC Audio Visual framework (Lot 2 - AVI2007 NE) and invites collaboration over a 24-month initial term with potential extensions. The tender process was conducted through Julian Roche Associates Ltd, also trading as Roche Audio Visual, serving as the successful supplier.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for companies specialising in system design, consultancy, and maintenance of audio-visual solutions. Suitable businesses include those capable of managing complex AV integrations and offering ongoing support to educational institutions. Given the project's potential extension and the comprehensive scope required, companies equipped to provide sustained quality service and innovation will be well-positioned to benefit. This opportunity aligns particularly well with suppliers familiar with educational environments and those looking to establish or enhance their footprint in the North East of the UK.

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Notice Title

GB-Newcastle upon Tyne: T24/0075 - System Design / Consultancy, Supplies, Integration and Maintenance of Audio-Visual equipment

Notice Description

Northumbria University is seeking to appoint a sole supplier under the NEUPC Audio Visual: System Design/Consultancy, Supplies, Installation and Maintenance framework (Lot 2 - AVI2007 NE). The initial contract term will be 24 months, with the option to extend for a further 24 months in 12-month increments. The appointed AV integrator will be expected to deliver comprehensive consultation, system design and integration services throughout the duration of the contract. As the University continues to develop a portfolio of strategic projects (in line with our 2030 Vision), delivering high-quality audio-visual solutions will be central to supporting our teaching and learning environments. In addition to new build initiatives, the University will undertake a series of AV refresh programmes across designated meeting, teaching and learning spaces during the contract period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f5d70e75-3572-4f2c-9e60-c8f8c5a80dde
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

32321200 - Audio-visual equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 4 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8ST
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JULIAN ROCHE ASSOCIATES LTD (TRADING AS ROCHE AUDIO VISUAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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