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Audio Visual Maintenance Service

UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE

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Award

18 Feb 2025 at 10:49

Tender

25 Mar 2024 at 17:35

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Hertfordshire has initiated a procurement process for an Audio Visual Maintenance Service contract, classified under the services category relating to repair and maintenance of audio-visual equipment (CPV code: 50300000). Located in Hatfield, the procurement is currently in the tender stage with an open procedure method. The contract is set to commence on 15th October 2024 and will run for an initial three years, with the option to extend by a further two years in one-year increments subject to satisfactory performance. The final date for tender submission is 3rd May 2024 at 12:00 PM. The estimated contract value is £180,000 GBP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in AV maintenance services to secure a partnership with a prominent UK university. SMEs with expertise in maintaining personal computers, office equipment, telecommunications, and audio-visual equipment are particularly well-suited to compete. With seven total bids received, including six from SMEs, this contract promises competitive yet rewarding prospects for growing businesses in the sector. Additionally, the contract incorporates electronic submission, ordering, and payment methods, enhancing accessibility and efficiency for the successful supplier.

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Notice Title

Audio Visual Maintenance Service

Notice Description

CONTRACT NOW AWARDED

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Hertfordshire and its subsidiary companies ("The University") is looking to set up a contract with the successful bidder for the provision of an Audio Visual (AV) Maintenance Service

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-044caf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005531-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50300000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to personal computers, office equipment, telecommunications and audio-visual equipment

50340000 - Repair and maintenance services of audio-visual and optical equipment

50342000 - Repair and maintenance services of audio equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£59,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
14 Oct 2024 - 14 Oct 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HATFIELD
Postcode
AL10 9AB
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLH23 Hertfordshire CC

Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Hatfield South West
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VISAVVI

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