Tender

002388 Audio Visual Freelance Technician Supplier

BRITISH LIBRARY

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Tender

06 Sep 2024 at 12:00

Summary of the contracting process

The British Library is inviting tenders for the provision of freelance Audio Visual Technicians to support cultural and commercial events. This open procurement falls under the "Event services" category and targets a global audience, including the UK. The tender process is currently active and the proposal window closes on 11 October 2024. The contract, valued at £300,000, will span from 11 November 2024 to 10 November 2027. The British Library is seeking highly skilled technicians proficient in digital audio consoles, lighting control, video wall management, and stage setup among other technical areas.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses with expertise in AV technology and event management to establish or expand their services with a renowned institution. The skills required, such as managing PA systems and creating monitor mixes for live performances, are particularly relevant for SMEs and VCSEs looking to scale their operation. Companies capable of offering high-quality, versatile AV services will find this contract beneficial for business growth, providing a steady workflow over a three-year period.

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Notice Title

002388 Audio Visual Freelance Technician Supplier

Notice Description

The British Library is seeking highly skilled Audio Visual Technicians to support a wide range of cultural and commercial events. Technicians with expertise in Digital Audio Consoles, Lighting Control Systems, Projection and Video Wall Management, Data Switchers, Radio and Hardwired Microphones and Stage Setup and Teardown. A solid working knowledge of Dante IP audio distribution, PC/Mac operating systems, and the ability to set up, operate, and strike PA systems with up to four speaker arrays is essential. Additionally, the ability to create and manage monitor mixes for live performances is required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbbdc4e7-856b-4745-a41b-16d3b25119b1
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Nov 2024 - 10 Nov 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH LIBRARY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
nikki.drydale@bl.uk
Contact Phone
+441937546146

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW1 2DB
Post Town
North West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
St Pancras & Somers Town
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

Notice Documents

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