Award

Musical Instruments - CMPSR Ensemble Pack

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

18 Dec 2025 at 09:00

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire County Council has completed a procurement process for the purchase of a "Musical Instruments - CMPSR Ensemble Pack" through a direct award under the DfE Musical Instruments, Equipment and Technology Framework. This contract, classified under the industry category of musical instruments and similar goods (CPV: 37000000), involves the supply of goods with delivery scheduled to the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process has moved to the 'Award' stage, with the contract period running from 30th April 2025 to 31st May 2027. Digit Audio Technology Limited, a large-scale supplier, has been awarded the contract valued at £1,256.25 GBP. The relevant contract notice was published on 18th December 2025.

This tender opens up opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of musical instruments and related equipment. Given the suitability criteria that welcome SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), this procurement encourages participation from diverse types of businesses capable of supplying high-quality musical equipment. Companies looking to expand their footprint in the public sector or establish long-term relationships with local councils stand to benefit significantly. Moreover, suppliers with expertise in accommodating bespoke educational packages or ensembles are particularly well-positioned to compete for similar opportunities in the future.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Musical Instruments - CMPSR Ensemble Pack

Notice Description

Direct Award via the DfE Musical Instruments, Equipment and Technology Framework purchase of CMPSR Ensemble Pack

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f119ab6b-ff4c-42a7-bf47-23a692af55e7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1812c744-14bf-4273-92c6-df02362ab412
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

37000000 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,256 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,256 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Apr 202510 months 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

Buyer & Supplier

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

DIGIT AUDIO TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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