Tender

TV Studio Refurbishment - Systems Integrator

BATH SPA UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

04 Feb 2026 at 10:53

Tender

03 Feb 2026 at 14:48

PlanningUpdate

18 Dec 2025 at 16:05

Planning

19 Aug 2025 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

Bath Spa University is undertaking a procurement process to refurbish its TV Studio facilities at Newton Park Campus. The university is seeking an experienced systems integrator for this project, which involves design, procurement, fit-out, integration, and commissioning of a multicamera TV production environment. Scheduled to occur from June to September 2026, the facilities must be ready for teaching in the upcoming academic year. This procurement, classified under installation services of radio, television, sound, and video equipment, is managed through an open, competitive flexible procedure with a submission deadline of 4 March 2026. The procurement stage is currently in the Tender phase, and the contract period is set from 5 June 2026 to 4 September 2031, with possible extensions based on performance and requirements.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses with expertise in broadcasting systems integration and those familiar with educational environments. Companies capable of delivering a comprehensive end-to-end solution integrating both legacy systems and new IP-based infrastructures will be well-suited to compete. The project, valued at £2,520,000 including gross value, requires candidates to meet economic and technical criteria, including a suitable turnover or proven financial stability and relevant past experience. Successful suppliers will also benefit from long-term service and maintenance contracts, thereby fostering business growth through sustained engagement with a prestigious educational institution. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, enhancing diversity and innovation potential in the procurement process.

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Notice Title

TV Studio Refurbishment - Systems Integrator

Notice Description

Bath Spa University is seeking an experienced systems integrator to support the refurbishment of its TV Studio facilities at Newton Park Campus. The project involves the design, procurement, fit-out, integration, and commissioning of a complete end-to-end solution for the University's multicamera TV production environment. The existing facilities, installed in 2013, include two production studios, a TV studio gallery, a central apparatus room, two audio mixing studios, and nine postproduction edit suites. After twelve years of continuous use, the infrastructure is due for a technical upgrade. Installation is required between June and September 2026 with facilitities ready for teaching. The supplier must also provide maintenance and service contracts for a minimum of five years following installation.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Any complementary items required in the operation of the TV Studios to maintain its life during the term of the contract, including but not limited to maintenance, consumables and additional equipment to match that from the original installation.

Renewal: Possible extension of 5 years subject to requirement and performance.

Planning Information

Engagement has been carried out with an industry expert on a consultancy basis and with other organisations that have carried out similar projects in order to test requirements, determine suitable route to market, and estimate costs for budget request. Some potentially suitable suppliers have been identified as used by other organisations and these have not been identified on any framework agreements. BSU is requesting that suitable suppliers register on our eTendering portal (Delta) to access a draft scope and pre-market engagement questionnaire. Further details will be published in the Contract Notice (Advert) when the formal process will start (please note this may require registration on an alternative portal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058abc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009844-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

51310000 - Installation services of radio, television, sound and video equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,100,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,100,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
2 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jun 2026 - 4 Sep 2031 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
BATH SPA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Victoria Johnson
Contact Email
procurement@bathspa.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01225 875338, 01225875875

Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA2 9BN
Post Town
Bath
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK12 Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire

Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Saltford
Westminster Constituency
North East Somerset and Hanham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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