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Civic Centre Council Chamber Audio Visual Infrastructure Modernisation

SOUTHEND-ON-SEA CITY COUNCIL

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06 Feb 2026 at 10:36

Summary of the contracting process

The Southend-on-Sea City Council has completed a public procurement process to modernise the audio-visual infrastructure in the Civic Centre Council Chamber. This project, titled "Civic Centre Council Chamber Audio Visual Infrastructure Modernisation," addresses audio issues to improve the usability of AV equipment for webcasting and public-facing meetings and events. The procurement falls under the services category and is situated in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, which corresponds to region UKH31. This tender has advanced to the award stage, with the contract awarded to PUBLIC-I GROUP LIMITED. The contract, signed on 6th February 2026, covers a period from 22nd March to 26th March 2026, with a possible extension until 2nd April 2026.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in audio-visual equipment and services, including repair and maintenance. Public-I Group Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise, secured the contract, highlighting a viable opportunity for other SMEs in the industry to compete. Engaging in such procurement processes allows businesses to showcase their capabilities in delivering specialised services and advancing modern technology solutions for public authorities, potentially leading to further contracts with government bodies. The project underscores the demand within sub-central government entities for enhancing technological infrastructure, creating avenues for businesses adept in AV and related technological services.

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Notice Title

Civic Centre Council Chamber Audio Visual Infrastructure Modernisation

Notice Description

To improve audio issues and usability of AV equipment in the Council Chamber to support webcasting and other public facing meetings and events

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0649c0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010812-2026
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

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

32321200 - Audio-visual equipment

50342000 - Repair and maintenance services of audio equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£34,863 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
22 Mar 2026 - 26 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
paulahattin@southend.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA
Postcode
SS2 6FA
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southend-on-Sea
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Southend East and Rochford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PUBLIC-I GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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