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Installation of Audio-Visual systems within the heart of the campus Buildings

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

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28 Oct 2025 at 16:30

Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield Hallam University, part of the sub-central government public authority, has finalised a contract for the installation of audio-visual systems within the Heart of the Campus buildings, under the title "Installation of Audio-Visual systems within the heart of the campus Buildings." Located in Sheffield, UK, the project falls under the industry category of television and audio-visual equipment. The procurement process, initiated as a tender and completed with an award, used a "Below threshold - limited competition" method, with the contract cycle running from 27th October 2025 to 30th June 2026. The installation works are scheduled between November 2025 and February 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in audio-visual systems, equipment, and related services, especially companies with capabilities in integrating technology within educational environments. The awarded supplier, GVAV LIMITED, exemplifies the kind of business well-suited for such contracts, showcasing expertise in supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of AV systems. Businesses able to provide comprehensive solutions, including equipment provision, configuration, testing, and staff training, would be ideal candidates for future opportunities of this nature at institutions like Sheffield Hallam University.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Installation of Audio-Visual systems within the heart of the campus Buildings

Notice Description

The contract is for the supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of Audio-Visual (AV) systems within the Heart of the Campus buildings at Sheffield Hallam University. The appointed supplier, GVAV Ltd, will provide all associated equipment, cabling, configuration, testing, staff training, and documentation to ensure fully operational AV systems across multiple teaching and learning spaces. All goods and services will be delivered in accordance with the University's specification, ensuring consistency, reliability, and integration with existing IT and AV infrastructure. Installation works are scheduled to take place between November 2025 and February 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d59f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069115-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32320000 - Television and audio-visual equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£120,214 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Oct 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Oct 20252 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 Oct 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
strategicprocurement@shu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 1WB
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GVAV

Further Information

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