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08 Jun 2026 at 13:52

Summary of the contracting process

The University of East Anglia (UEA), a public authority sub-central government body, recently completed a procurement process for their "Graduation 2026" event. The procurement, carried out under the legal basis of the UKPGA 2023/54, involved direct awarding to Pylon One Limited, a company recognised for their expertise in event data systems, network, communications, and CCTV services. This contract involves services within the UKH15 region, specifically in Norwich, United Kingdom. The procurement method employed was below threshold and without competition, with the tender finalised and contract awarded on 18th May 2026. The contract commenced on 7th July 2026 and is set to conclude on 21st July 2026, with an overall value of £73,765.20.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in event services, including video surveillance systems, network infrastructure, telecommunications equipment, and security systems. Companies like Pylon One Limited, classified as an SME, prove that there is substantial scope for small to medium-sized enterprises to engage in government contracts, potentially spurring growth and opening up avenues in the public events sector. Businesses with strong capabilities in these areas, particularly those that can provide comprehensive solutions for large-scale events, are well-suited to compete in similar future tenders, enhancing their portfolio and establishing a foothold within public sector procurement channels.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Graduation 2026

Notice Description

Pylon One are the market leaders in the field of event data systems, to deliver network, communications and CCTV for large events. They will help with Graduation 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06aff4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053862-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

32323500 - Video-surveillance system

32424000 - Network infrastructure

32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£73,765 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
6 Jul 2026 - 21 Jul 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
UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PYLON ONE

Further Information

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