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Royston Venue Project

ROYSTON TOWN COUNCIL

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20 May 2026 at 14:51

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Royston Venue Project" by Royston Town Council, located in Royston, United Kingdom, has reached the contract award stage as of 20 May 2026. This project, categorised under public authority sub-central government and classified in the goods procurement category, involves the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of a flexible stage lighting and sound system. The primary procurement method employed was "limited," indicating a below-threshold process with limited competition. The contract was awarded to C W Newton Limited, effective from 1 June 2026 to 19 June 2026, at a gross value of £100,318.86.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in lighting systems, audio-visual, and sound equipment, particularly those capable of offering energy-efficient solutions suitable for community and corporate events. Small to medium-sized enterprises, like C W Newton Limited, with expertise in engineering design, installation services, and training, would be well-suited to engage in such projects, especially given Royston Town Council's focus on energy efficiency and the operability of solutions by volunteers and trained staff. This project allows businesses to align with environmental sustainability goals, making it attractive for those seeking growth in the public sector with a focus on community engagement and environmental responsibility.

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Notice Title

Royston Venue Project

Notice Description

Royston Town Council requires design, supply, installation and commissioning of a flexible, safe and easy to operate stage lighting and sound system with appropriate rigging and drapes suitable for multiple use cases for a venue, co-existing with current cinema equipment. The solution should consider energy efficiency in line with the climate and biodiversity emergency declared by Royston Town Council as well as be operable by volunteers and trained staff. Use case examples include live music performances, amateur dramatics, pantomimes, comedy nights, corporate meetings and local business events. This is not an exhaustive list.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069de3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046567-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

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

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

51 - Installation services (except software)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

31527260 - Lighting systems

32321200 - Audio-visual equipment

32342410 - Sound equipment

39515000 - Curtains, drapes, valances and textile blinds

51110000 - Installation services of electrical equipment

51313000 - Installation services of sound equipment

71320000 - Engineering design services

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£83,599 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20264 days ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 19 Jun 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
ROYSTON TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ROYSTON
Postcode
SG8 7DA
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Hertfordshire
Electoral Ward
Royston Palace
Westminster Constituency
North East Hertfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

C W NEWTON

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