Tender

TV Studio 2 Upgrade and Automation

UNIVERSITY OF WINCHESTER

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Tender

23 Mar 2026 at 16:02

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Winchester is seeking competitive tenders for the upgrade and automation of TV Studio 2, located in Hampshire, United Kingdom. This initiative falls under the industry category of radio, television, communication, and telecommunication equipment, and aims to create a fully 4K-capable, automated television studio. This active procurement is currently in the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 24th April 2026. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 13th July 2026 and conclude by 31st July 2026. The Procurement method is open, conducted below threshold under open competition with an estimated value of £300,000 (amount net). The project aligns with contemporary broadcast workflows and is suitable for a higher-education environment, following real-world industry practices.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in broadcast and audio-visual technology, particularly those with expertise in cutting-edge studio equipment and automation systems. Companies that can deliver innovative solutions providing fully LED lighting, integrated automation, and professional green-screen capabilities alongside optional camera tracking will be well-suited to compete. The tender encourages submissions that promise reliability, value, and pathways for future development, aligning with workflows applicable to major broadcasters like the BBC. Businesses capable of delivering these requirements can leverage this opportunity to expand their presence in the academic sector while showcasing advanced technological competency.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TV Studio 2 Upgrade and Automation

Notice Description

The project will deliver a fully 4K-capable, automated television studio, aligned with contemporary broadcast workflows and suitable for teaching, live production, and recorded output. The solution must reflect real-world industry practice, mirroring workflows used by major broadcasters such as the BBC, while remaining robust and accessible for a higher-education environment. The Works will include: * Fully LED lighting * Integrated automation * A professional green-screen virtual studio * Optional camera tracking support Tenderers are invited to propose solutions that meet these functional requirements while offering value, reliability, and a clear path for future development.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0671c5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026419-2026
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
Not specified
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
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 30 days
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
UNIVERSITY OF WINCHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HAMPSHIRE
Postcode
SO22 4NR
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Paul
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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