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Invitation to Tender for the provision of Cheltenham Town Hall Sound System

CHELTENHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL

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26 Feb 2025 at 16:56

Summary of the contracting process

Cheltenham Borough Council has initiated a tender process for the "Invitation to Tender for the provision of Cheltenham Town Hall Sound System". This procurement, categorized under sound equipment and installation services, aims to replace the outdated sound system in the Main Hall with a modern solution, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards and enhancing audio capabilities for high-profile performances and outdoor events. The procurement method is open with a below-threshold competition. The tender is in the active stage, with a submission deadline of 21 March 2025. The contract period is expected to start on 7 April 2025 and end on 6 April 2030. The project location is in Cheltenham, UK (region UKK13), and the contract value is approximately £80,000, with a gross value of £96,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in sound equipment and installation services to grow by partnering with a reputable public authority like Cheltenham Borough Council. Companies experienced in high-quality audio solutions, compliance with accessibility standards, and minimal disruption installation processes, especially in heritage buildings, will find this project well-suited to their expertise. Successful bidders can establish a long-term relationship and gain visibility through involvement in high-profile events, enhancing their portfolio and credibility in the industry.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for the provision of Cheltenham Town Hall Sound System

Notice Description

The project involves the replacement of the outdated sound system in the Main Hall with a modern, efficient solution. This includes restoring full functionality of the venue's sound system to meet event demands, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards through the reinstatement of the hearing loop system, and introducing enhanced audio capabilities to support high-profile performances and outdoor events. All work must minimise disruption to venue operations during installation and align with the operational requirements of a Grade II listed building.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e83b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007338-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

32342410 - Sound equipment

51313000 - Installation services of sound equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Apr 2025 - 6 Apr 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHELTENHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@publicagroup.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CHELTENHAM
Postcode
GL50 9SA
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLK13 Gloucestershire CC

Local Authority
Cheltenham
Electoral Ward
College
Westminster Constituency
Cheltenham

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