Planning

Audio Visual Requirement

SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED

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Planning

17 Jul 2025 at 10:47

Summary of the contracting process

Satellite Applications Catapult Limited, located at Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire, is planning a procurement process for audio-visual solutions in their new Head Office, aiming for completion in summer 2026. This project is at the planning stage, with preliminary market engagement ongoing to explore different solutions for areas such as reception, meeting rooms, and a large conference room. The procurement is categorised under 'IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support' and involves 'Audio-visual equipment' and 'Display screens'. Businesses interested in participating are invited to submit proposals by 11th September 2025. This procurement process is strategically aimed at utilising existing equipment and exploring scalable, secure solutions that seamlessly integrate with internet services and conferencing platforms.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT and audio-visual services, specifically those capable of delivering advanced AV solutions for corporate environments. SMEs and VCSEs may find this contract particularly appealing due to its potential scope for flexible and innovative AV offerings. The project requires expertise in systems that support media formats and offer seamless user experience across multiple office spaces, including remote diagnostics and software updates. Vendors able to integrate existing equipment into new solutions, whilst providing cost-effective installation, support, and maintenance options, will find this an ideal opportunity to showcase their capabilities and strengthen their business presence within the UK procurement domain.

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Notice Title

Audio Visual Requirement

Notice Description

Satellite Applications Catapult is moving to a new Head Office in the summer of 2026. We are currently at pre design stage of the space and are seeking proposals for Audio-Visual solutions for three key areas within the new office environment: the reception area, client-facing meeting room(s), and a large conference room. The solution must support seamless presentation, communication, and media playback functionalities, with a consistent user experience across all spaces. Currently our meeting room AV consists of the following and we would welcome proposals that reuse this equipment: Novotouch EK6531 65" Huddly IQ Camera Nureva HDL200 Audio Lightware Taurus Box Screenbeam Our new office will include the following distinct areas: 1. Reception Area/Welcome Area Purpose: Display welcome messages, branding material, real-time information, and video content. May be requirement to for 'stand up' presentations/demonstrations. Requirements: Wall-mounted display(s) - size and number to be determined as design progresses (please suggest suitable options) Media player or signage system to support pre-prepared slides, videos, and live content (e.g., news or weather feeds) Microphone/speaker system Easy update system for rotating content Clean, discreet cable management and control 2. Client-Facing Meeting Room(s) Purpose: Host client meetings, virtual calls, presentations. Requirements: Wall-mounted display - size and number to be determined as design progresses (please suggest suitable options) Integrated webcam and microphone/speaker system suitable for video conferencing Wireless and HDMI connectivity for laptops and tablets Compatibility with MS Teams, Zoom, and other common conferencing platforms Ability to display pre-prepared slides, internet-based content, and video playback Simple, intuitive control panel or touch interface 3. Large Conference Room Purpose: Large group meetings, presentations, training sessions, and remote collaboration for up to circa 80 people. Room will have different set ups dependent upon use i.e. conference, workshops, client demonstrations. Requirements: Dual or single large-format display(s) - size and number to be determined as design progresses (please suggest suitable options) Ceiling or wall-mounted speakers and microphones with echo cancellation Multiple input options: HDMI, USB-C, wireless casting Video conferencing system with camera tracking and room-wide audio pickup Internet-connected AV system with browser support and streaming capability Support for local playback of slides, video, and interactive whiteboarding Central control panel for lighting, sound, and AV source management General for all areas: All systems must interface with TV displays, the internet, and support common media formats (PowerPoint, MP4, PDF, etc.) Solutions must be scalable, secure, and support remote diagnostics and software updates Training and user documentation must be included Vendors must provide ongoing support and maintenance options.

Planning Information

Please respond with a proposed solution. We will consider different but please include an estimate of cost for each option and one relevant case study (within the last 2 years) with your response. Please differentiate between solution cost, removal and installation costs and ongoing support/maintenance costs in your proposal if applicable. Word limit of 1500 including a case study but excluding any design/diagrams. N.B We are aware that we have not provided specific sizing, this is because we want to be able to consider the possible and not restrict ourselves at this stage. Please return proposal responses by 11/09/2025 to procurement@sa.catapult.org.uk along with any queries. We will assess responses and then determine how we next proceed. This could be further premarket engagement activities, or we may choose to proceed to a tender process via the appropriate route. Further pre-engagement could consist of an open conference call or site meeting with all interested bidders. We reserve our right not to proceed further should the response not align to our aspirations for this solution.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05610f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040867-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

30231300 - Display screens

32321200 - Audio-visual equipment

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED
Contact Name
Procurement
Contact Email
procurement@sa.catapult.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DIDCOT
Postcode
OX11 0QR
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire

Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Hendreds
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Further Information

Notice Documents

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