Tender

Laser Projector eAuction

BRITISH FILM INSTITUTE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

01 Aug 2025 at 09:17

UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Tender

31 Jul 2025 at 15:45

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Film Institute has initiated a procurement process titled "Laser Projector eAuction" under the industry category of cinematographic equipment. This procurement is focused on the supply of a Christie Digital CP4415-RGB Laser Cinema Projector and a Christie High Contrast lens to be delivered in London, United Kingdom. The project is currently at the tender stage with the procurement method being an open competition. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 12th August 2025, following the inquiry period which ends on 7th August 2025. The process experienced an initial cancellation due to issues with the eAuction setup, resulting in reissuing new details and notices.

This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacturing and supply of high-quality cinematographic and projection equipment. Companies with expertise in state-of-the-art laser projection technology, particularly those accustomed to participating in electronic auctions, will find this procurement a lucrative opportunity to expand their market presence. Given the emphasis on cost efficiency at the conclusion of the eAuction, businesses focused on competitive pricing strategies will be well-suited to compete. With a contract period starting on 13th August 2025, successful bidders will have the opportunity to forge valuable partnerships and enhance their portfolio through association with a prestigious institution such as the British Film Institute.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Laser Projector eAuction

Notice Description

Supply of: 1 x Christie Digital CP4415-RGB Laser Cinema Projector 1 x Christie High Contrast lens (throw 10m, scope width 5.3m)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056a9b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045072-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38651500 - Cinematographic cameras

38652000 - Cinematographic projectors

38652100 - Projectors

38652120 - Video projectors

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£48,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£48,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Aug 2025 - 27 Aug 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Cancelled

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH FILM INSTITUTE
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
graham.bellas@bfi.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W1T 1LN
Post Town
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
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

Notice Documents

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