Tender

Scala Arts Venue, Worcester - Theatre Equipment

WORCESTER CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

13 Feb 2026 at 13:52

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Worcester City Council is inviting tenders for the procurement of theatre equipment for the Scala Arts Venue, located in Worcester. This tender falls under the industry category of radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment, and aims to revitalise the Scala Theatre into a vibrant creative hub. The procurement is currently at the tender stage with a deadline for bid submissions set for 10th March 2026, and the enquiry period closing on 2nd March 2026. The procurement follows an open method and involves an estimated contract value of £72,000 at gross (or £60,000 net). Interested suppliers can access tender documents and submit expressions of interest electronically via the Proactis Pro-Contract e-procurement portal.

This procurement process presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the cinema equipment sector, particularly those experienced in supplying and installing communication and related equipment. It offers prospects for growth by engaging in the renovation of the Scala Arts Venue, potentially leading to further projects within the city’s cultural regeneration initiatives. The tender is well-suited for SMEs as the contract periods are favourable and competitive criteria weigh both quality and price, offering a balanced opportunity for diverse market players to compete. Formal expressions of interest are encouraged for enterprises looking to establish or expand their presence in Worcester and contribute to the local cultural landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Scala Arts Venue, Worcester - Theatre Equipment

Notice Description

This project focuses on Worcester City Council's regeneration of the Scala Theatre, bringing the building back to life as a dynamic new creative destination at the heart of Worcester, where people can come together to enjoy, imagine, and cultivate a more creative future for the city. When it opens in 2026, Scala will offer live performance, independent film, music, talks, digital experiences, dance, workshops, exhibitions, festivals and special events. Worcester City Council in inviting tenders from suitably qualified suppliers to supply and instal a range of Cinema Equipment. Please see the procurement documents for further information. The Council is using the e-procurement portal known as the Proactis Pro-Contract portal https://procontract.due-north.com to conduct this procurement exercise. To gain access to the procurement documents, bidders will need to register their company details at the above website. Once registered, bidders will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the procurement documents. Bidders will need to search for the invitation under Worcester City Council and then electronically submit an expression of interest and follow the online instructions to view the procurement documents.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0653fb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013444-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 13 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WORCESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@worcester.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR1 2EY
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
Cathedral
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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