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Performance Academy Refurbishment- Lighting, Sound and Rigging Equipment

NCG

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29 Jul 2026 at 07:38

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Performance Academy Refurbishment- Lighting, Sound and Rigging Equipment" was conducted by NCG, a UK-based buying organisation. This contract, valued at £807,404.64, falls under the category of broadcasting equipment, targeting suppliers within the goods industry. Located in the North East of England, the procurement process has reached the award stage, concluding on 29th July 2026, with key contract activities set from 21st July to 14th October 2026. The procurement method employed was selective, specifically a call-off from the CPC UKUPC Framework Broadcasting Equipment and Integration Services, Lot 2 (Ref: AVI3145 NW), and was suited for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for SMEs specialising in broadcasting equipment and integration services, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality lighting, sound, and rigging solutions. Businesses that are already engaged with or familiar with framework agreements such as those from CPC UKUPC will find themselves at an advantage in competing effectively. The direct buyer for this tender is NCG, who actively seeks capable small enterprises for efficient and timely execution, thereby offering a pathway for business growth in the broadcasting equipment sector. The awarded contract was successfully secured by The Digital Garage Group Ltd, further accentuating the scope for small businesses to thrive through such procurement opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Performance Academy Refurbishment- Lighting, Sound and Rigging Equipment

Notice Description

Direct award via the CPC UKUPC Framework Broadcasting Equipment and Integration Services Lot 2 Ref: AVI3145 NW

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-99e5c7a8-8044-4647-9b96-4339b08cafa8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f848953f-5e21-4cf5-8445-fdf8891a6034
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32210000 - Broadcasting equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£807,404 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£807,404 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
20 Jul 2026 - 14 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NCG
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE
Postcode
NE4 7SA
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

THE DIGITAL GARAGE GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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