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Musical Instruments - Instruments Recorders

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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27 Apr 2026 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Leicestershire County Council seeking to purchase musical instruments, specifically recorders, under a direct award scheme via the Department for Education's Musical Instruments, Equipment and Technology Framework. This contract falls within the goods category and is situated in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom. The contract period commenced on 30 April 2025 and is scheduled to conclude on 31 May 2027, with the award process already completed as of 29 April 2025. The procurement method used was direct, and key stakeholders include Leicestershire County Council as the buying organisation and Chamberlain Music as the supplier.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), given the suitability specified for these types of businesses. Those involved in the musical instruments industry or similar sectors may find this contract beneficial, particularly as it involves a straightforward direct procurement method and covers an extended contract period. Local businesses based in the East Midlands may particularly benefit from participation in such tenders by expanding their reach and establishing partnerships with the local council.

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Notice Title

Musical Instruments - Instruments Recorders

Notice Description

Direct Award via the DfE Musical Instruments, Equipment and Technology Framework purchase of IT Equipment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-488219ec-c62e-4784-93ac-3aedac6c6648
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e672296-bae5-41ae-ab72-5e08f408dc9e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories


CPV Codes

37300000 - Musical instruments and parts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,625 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,625 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Apr 20251 years ago
Contract Period
29 Apr 2025 - 31 May 2027 2-3 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
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CHAMBERLAIN MUSIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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