Tender

GSV1706-Provision of Audio Guides

PARLIAMENT UK

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29 Mar 2018 at 15:44

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Tender

29 Mar 2018 at 15:44

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The House of Commons, acting as the buying organisation, is conducting a tender (GSV1706) for the provision of audio guides aimed at enhancing the visitor experience at the Houses of Parliament. This procurement falls under the category of "Tourist guide services" with a total estimated value of £200,000. The procurement method is open, and the tender is currently in the planning stage, with submissions due by 30th April 2018 at 12.00 noon UK time. Successful responses will lead to the contract commencing on 30th May 2018 and lasting until 29th November 2022. The procurement process mandates that tender submissions be uploaded via the Houses of Parliament's e-procurement portal, requiring suitable registration prior to submission.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in audio content development, electronics, or tourist services to expand their operations. Companies with experience in creating audio guides, sound recordings, or museum service deliveries will be particularly well-suited to compete. This is an excellent entry point for SMEs looking to establish a foothold in public sector contracts, especially those with the capacity to develop innovative audio solutions tailored for guided tours. By responding to this tender, businesses can not only leverage the prestigious nature of the House of Commons as a client but also enhance their visibility in the public procurement market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GSV1706-Provision of Audio Guides

Notice Description

The House of Commons requires a contractor to develop and deliver audio guide content and associated hardware in order to provide audio-guided tours for commercial visitors to Houses of Parliament. This should be developed, tested and ready for a go-live date of 28 January 2019. This contact will replace Parliament's existing contract for audio guided tours. Additional information: The TT documents will be accessible at the Houses of Parliament's e-procurement portal: http://in-tendhost.co.uk/parliamentuk. Tender submissions must be uploaded to the e-procurement portal; electronic responses submitted via e-mail are not acceptable. To access these documents select the tender reference GSV1706 in the 'current tenders' list, click on the 'view tender details' and express interest by clicking on the button provided. You will need to register your company details, thereafter you will be issued with a username and password. If you have previously registered with In-Tend, please follow the link shown which will redirect you to the home page where you can log on using your existing username and password to collect the tender documents. If you have registered and forgotten your username and password, click on the 'forgotten password' link on the In-Tend homepage. Please keep this username and password secure and do not pass it to any third parties. If you are experiencing problems, please contact the PPCS Business Support team via email: ppcs@parliament.uk or call +44 (0)207 219 1600 for further assistance. You are advised to allow sufficient time when responding to this ITT, and for the full uploading of documents, prior to the closing date of 12.00 noon UK time on 30th of April 2018. Late tenders will not be accepted. If you are uploading multiple documents you will have to individually load one document at a time or you can opt to zip all the documents in an application such as WinZip or WinRAR. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3494df20-d092-414c-90ac-30e6c3c6803f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdfaf37d-5605-4dea-96db-c1649fe15b01
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

32353000 - Sound recordings

63514000 - Tourist guide services

64216200 - Electronic information services

92521000 - Museum services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 May 2018 - 29 Nov 2022 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PARLIAMENT UK
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 0AA
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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