Tender

Desktop A2+ Vanguard camera system

THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES

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Tender

27 Jan 2025 at 09:57

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Archives, located in Richmond, England, seeks suppliers for a procurement process entitled "Desktop A2+ Vanguard camera system" under the photographic equipment industry category (CPV code 38650000). The process is currently in the tender stage, having been published on 27 January 2025, with a tender submission deadline of 3 February 2025. The procurement is managed through an open procedure (below threshold) and aims for the delivery and installation of the specified camera systems by 31 March 2025. The total contract value is estimated at £70,000 GBP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specializing in photographic equipment and related services. Businesses with expertise in digital imaging and camera systems, particularly those experienced with Nikon products and the Arcapture imaging software, are well-suited to participate. Winning this contract can enhance business growth through the establishment of a relationship with The National Archives and the potential for future procurement opportunities. The contract will be awarded to the lowest price, compliant bidder, favouring competitive pricing strategies among interested suppliers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Desktop A2+ Vanguard camera system

Notice Description

The National Archives has a requirement for the following: Four of: Desktop A2+ Vanguard camera system; Nikon D850 digital camera & Nikon 50mm f/1.8 G AF-S Nikkor lens; Arcapture imaging software. We require delivery and installation to be completed by 31 March 2025 at the latest. The contract will be awarded to the lowest price, compliant bidder. Please submit your response to procurement@nationalarchives.gov.uk specifying your proposed price, plus delivery and installation dates.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-518b8f60-93e3-4f4e-8b17-471447afefb2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50c65d9b-56fe-4b82-bd7d-8b2dbb577f7e
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38650000 - Photographic equipment

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 months
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
THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 4DU
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Further Information

Notice Documents

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