Barbican and Guildhall School of Music and Drama Radio Communications System

The Mayor and Commonalty and Citizens of the City of London

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

02 Dec 2024 at 10:19

Tender

05 Jul 2024 at 12:00

Summary of the contracting process

The City of London Corporation recently completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Barbican and Guildhall School of Music and Drama Radio Communications System." The contract, valued at £386,536, will run for 36 months and is aimed at providing a fully operational and secure digital radio communication system to replace the outdated analogue system. This procurement falls under the goods industry category, specifically portable radios, and includes maintenance services for radio-communications equipment. The procurement method followed was an open procedure, and the contract was awarded to AFFINI TECHNOLOGY LIMITED effective from 1 October 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in radio communication systems, particularly those experienced in providing advanced digital solutions. Companies offering robust technical expertise, responsible procurement practices, and competitive commercial terms are well-suited to compete in such tenders. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the emphasis on maintaining high-quality communication networks within iconic institutions like the Barbican Arts Centre and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Successful engagement in this tender can pave the way for further collaboration with prestigious public sector clients.

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Notice Title

Barbican and Guildhall School of Music and Drama Radio Communications System

Notice Description

The City of London Corporation (the "City") awarded a contract for a Barbican and Guildhall School of Music and Drama Radio Communications System The duration of the contract will be for 36 months.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The City of London Corporation (the "City") has contracted for a Barbican and Guildhall School of Music and Drama Radio Communications System. The City requires Barbican and Guildhall School of Music and Drama Radio Communications System that is maintained to achieve: - A fully operational and secure radio communication system, site wide. - A new digital system to replace the current out of date analogue system. - Enhancement of connectivity and signal strength. - Retainment of existing infrastructure. The duration of the contract will be for 36 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-047aff
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038707-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

32230000 - Radio transmission apparatus with reception apparatus

32344200 - Radio receivers

32344210 - Radio equipment

32344280 - Portable radios

32412000 - Communications network

32418000 - Radio network

50333000 - Maintenance services of radio-communications equipment

51311000 - Installation services of radio equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£474,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£386,536 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Mayor and Commonalty and Citizens of the City of London
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2P 2EJ
Postcode Area
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Clerkenwell
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AFFINI TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

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