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Wonderlab Gallery - Audio-Visual Hardware and Integration

SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP

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Award

01 May 2026 at 15:26

Tender

23 Mar 2026 at 13:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group, a central government authority based in London, has completed the procurement process for the project titled "Wonderlab Gallery - Audio-Visual Hardware and Integration". This contract involves the renewal of audio-visual systems, including sound reinforcement, paging, and control systems, with an award value of £183,876.54 GBP to Electrosonic Ltd, a large-scale supplier located in Dartford. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, highlighting a competitive process with six bids received. The award decision date was 1st May 2026, with the contract period scheduled from 18th May 2026 to 20th May 2027. The awarded tender emphasised goods in the installation and supply of audio-visual equipment, underlining its significance within the relevant industry category.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses in the audio-visual sector, particularly those specialising in the integration and installation of complex AV systems. Companies that can offer innovative solutions and work closely with design consultants and technical teams are well-suited to pursue such contracts. The significant bid interest indicates a competitive market, emphasising the potential for growth in securing government contracts. This opportunity would benefit businesses that are capable of quickly mobilising resources and maintaining high-quality standards in their deliveries.

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Notice Title

Wonderlab Gallery - Audio-Visual Hardware and Integration

Notice Description

We are seeking an AV hardware contractor to complete a renewal of the Wonderlab Gallery sound reinforcement, Paging and control systems. The Contractor will mobilise quickly and work closely with our external AV Design Consultant and internal Technical Services Team.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067161
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040702-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

32320000 - Television and audio-visual equipment

32321200 - Audio-visual equipment

32321300 - Audio-visual materials

32351300 - Audio equipment accessories

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

51313000 - Installation services of sound equipment

51314000 - Installation services of video equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£167,300 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£167,300 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£183,876 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 20 May 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW7 2DD
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Kensington and Chelsea
Electoral Ward
Brompton & Hans Town
Westminster Constituency
Kensington and Bayswater

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELECTROSONIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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