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009403 - Musical Instruments for Schools and Projects

Newcastle City Council

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25 Mar 2026 at 16:57

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the acquisition of musical instruments aimed at enhancing music education within schools and projects has been completed. Newcastle City Council, acting as the procurement authority, has undertaken this initiative as part of their broader music service improvement plan, targeting increased access and engagement for children and young people. The procurement falls under the industry category "Musical instruments" with the project location in Newcastle Upon Tyne, UKC2 region. It was initiated through a direct procurement method detailed as below threshold, without competition. The award and contract, valued at £37,980, began on 25 March 2026 and will conclude on 24 March 2027.

This contract presents opportunities for businesses dealing in musical instruments, particularly small and medium enterprises, to supply high-quality equipment that plays a crucial role in educational programmes. NORMANS (BURTON UPON TRENT) LIMITED, a supplier located in Burton-On-Trent within the UKG24 region, has been awarded the contract, showcasing potential for suppliers who offer specialised goods and have the capability to support educational initiatives. Those in the musical instrument sector or those looking to expand their market reach should consider similar opportunities provided by public authorities aiming to improve community and educational services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

009403 - Musical Instruments for Schools and Projects

Notice Description

The acquisition of new musical equipment to support the delivery of high quality music education across participating schools and projects. The equipment forms part of the wider music service improvement plan, aimed at increasing access, participation, and engagement in music making for children and young people.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067448
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027546-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

CPV Codes

37310000 - Musical instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,980 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Mar 2026 - 24 Mar 2027 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
Newcastle City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8QH
Postcode Area
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Normans (Burton upon Trent) Limited

Further Information

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