Award

PB2023-01077 & PB2023-01401 - PA, sound, backline and lighting for Eurovision and Coronation Market Place Events

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Award

12 Feb 2025 at 12:25

Summary of the contracting process

Darlington Borough Council has awarded a contract titled "PB2023-01077 & PB2023-01401 - PA, sound, backline and lighting for Eurovision and Coronation Market Place Events" to CDB Production Solutions. This procurement process, falling under the industry category of "Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment" (CPV code: 32000000), includes the provision of appropriate public address systems and technical-related equipment/services for specific events in the North East of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was a direct award, and the tender process was completed with the award stage being active as of 29th April 2024. The contract, valued at £70,000, will commence on 1st May 2024 and run until 30th April 2029.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in event production and technical services, particularly those proficient in PA systems, sound, backline, and lighting equipment. It is an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the relevant industry to expand their portfolio by collaborating on high-profile events such as the Eurovision Song Contest and Coronation Market Place Events. Companies with a focus on innovation and quality in event production services are especially well-positioned to benefit and compete for similar contracts in the future.

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Notice Title

PB2023-01077 & PB2023-01401 - PA, sound, backline and lighting for Eurovision and Coronation Market Place Events

Notice Description

PB2023-01077 & PB2023-01401 PA, sound, backline and lighting for Eurovision and Coronation Market Place Events, as requested by TVCA and BBC Provision of appropriate PA and technical related equipment/services for specific events in events programme.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2be14f26-2c94-4435-8341-e45f4a4e344a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0693a85-a369-4d85-a05e-ba879732c7e2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Apr 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2024 - 30 Apr 2029 Over 5 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
DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Michael Howlett
Contact Email
michael.howlett@darlington.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1325405497

Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL1 5QT
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Park East
Westminster Constituency
Darlington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CDB PRODUCTION SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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