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Graduation Live TV coverage, video link, lighting and live webcasting services.

University of Cumbria

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09 Sep 2025 at 10:20

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Cumbria has successfully completed the procurement process for services related to "Graduation Live TV coverage, video link, lighting, and live webcasting services." This contract, under the category of photographic and ancillary services, will serve the Cumbria region in the United Kingdom. This tender evolved through the Award stage as of 9th September 2025, resulting in the activation of the contract beginning on 1st June 2026 and continuing through 31st May 2028. Although the procurement method details are unspecified, it was identified as a below threshold procurement. The contract is valued at £70,000, with a gross amount of £84,000, and was awarded to First Sight Media Ltd.

This project creates substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in live event broadcasting, video production, and associated services. SMEs, like First Sight Media Ltd, demonstrated the capability to meet the university's needs effectively. Companies with expertise in managing live video streams, providing high-quality lighting and broadcast equipment, and offering webcasting solutions are particularly well-suited to compete for similar tenders, expanding their market reach significantly. By fulfilling such specialised service requirements, businesses can strengthen their portfolio and reputation in the education and events sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Graduation Live TV coverage, video link, lighting and live webcasting services.

Notice Description

The University of Cumbria are seeking a supplier to manage, operate and deliver the coverage of live graduation ceremonies via television monitors, to offer a video link service and necessary lighting. To run alongside these services, the university wishes to offer live webcasting of the ceremonies. Graduation ceremonies are held twice a year in July & November .

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059657
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054884-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79960000 - Photographic and ancillary services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£70,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Cumbria
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA1 2HH
Postcode Area
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FIRST SIGHT MEDIA LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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