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09 Jul 2026 at 15:36

Summary of the contracting process

Eastleigh Borough Council is seeking tenders for the replacement of auditorium seating at The Point Theatre, Eastleigh. This procurement process, currently at the tender stage, invites submissions under an open competition method. The project falls under the 'works' category, with a focus on the construction industry, specifically targeting auditorium and theatre construction works. Interested parties must submit their tenders via the Pro Actis South East Business Portal by the deadline on 31st July 2026, 14:00 BST. Queries related to the tender can be submitted until 29th July 2026. The project is valued at £120,000, aiming to replace and potentially upgrade the existing seating infrastructure, ensuring full compliance with fire safety and accessibility standards.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in construction and seating products. Companies with experience in similar projects, particularly those focusing on auditorium upgrades and seating installations, will find this tender particularly relevant. The Council prioritizes quality and cost efficiency, with a 60% to 40% evaluation criteria ratio. The contract period is set to begin on 18th January 2027, running until 1st February 2027. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with suitable skills, experience, and financial robustness are especially encouraged to apply, presenting a prime growth opportunity in the public sector works arena.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Replacement Auditorium seating at The Point Theatre, Eastleigh

Notice Description

The Point Theatre in Eastleigh was constructed 30 years ago. The main auditorium seating consists of 318 seats on a retracting mechanism and was installed at the time of initial construction. Following a recent maintenance check, the retractable mechanism was considered to be structurally sound and in good working order, however structural failures were identified in 59 of the 318 seats resulting in the seats being taken out of use. Many of these seats have been deemed beyond basic repair and the reduced seating capacity is now impacting on the viewing experience and the business case of the theatre. Accordingly, the Council considers the seating to have reached the end of its service life and is seeking to replace the 318 seats to restore the theatre to its full capacity. The aim of this project is to replace the existing theatre seating to reduce health and safety risks associated with the current installation, while enhancing audience comfort, improving durability, and modernising the overall appearance of the auditorium. The upgraded seating must: * Enhance the visual quality and consistency of the auditorium. * Increase longevity and reduce ongoing maintenance requirements. * Comply fully with fire safety, evacuation, and accessibility standards. * Optimise audience sightlines, in particular for Row Q. * Retain or enhance the existing seating layout and capacity. The council is currently considering two options and seeking quotations for both: * Lot 1: Replacement of the auditorium seating on the existing retractable mechanism. * Lot 2: Replacement of the retractable mechanism/platform system, inclusive of new auditorium seating. Eastleigh Borough Council is inviting contractors with the appropriate skills, experience, and financial standing to submit a tender for the replacement of the auditorium seating at The Point Theatre, Eastleigh, as more particularly described in ITT specification documentation.

Lot Information

Replacement of the auditorium seating

Replacement of the auditorium seating on the existing retractable mechanism.

Replacement of the retractable mechanism/platform system, inclusive of new auditorium seating

Replacement of the retractable mechanism/platform system, inclusive of new auditorium seating (318 seats)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c7f3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064896-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

39110000 - Seats, chairs and related products, and associated parts

45212321 - Auditorium construction work

45212322 - Theatre construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Jan 2027 - 1 Feb 2027 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EASTLEIGH BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EASTLEIGH
Postcode
SO50 9YN
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)
TLJ35 South Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ35 South Hampshire

Local Authority
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Eastleigh Central
Westminster Constituency
Eastleigh

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