Award

Supply of PA System to Aberystwyth University

ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

16 Jul 2025 at 11:41

S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

07 May 2025 at 11:28

S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Aberystwyth University, a body governed by public law, recently concluded a procurement process for the Supply of a PA System for Aberystwyth Arts Centre, located in Aberystwyth. This process opened with a tender stage on 7 May 2025 and reached the award stage by 16 July 2025, with the contract signed on 14 July 2025. The procurement fell under the 'goods' category, specifically involving electrical machinery and equipment, and followed an open procurement method. Adlib Audio Limited, based in Prescot, was awarded the contract, demonstrating their capacity as the supplier for this project. The tender sought to replace the existing PA system to ensure superior sound quality and enhanced integration, aligning with the needs of Aberystwyth Arts Centre's modern requirements.

This award presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of electrical machinery, particularly those specialising in audio equipment. Companies in the audio technology sector, especially those able to offer integrated and high-quality sound systems, would be well-positioned to engage with tenders of this nature. Successfully competing in such procurement processes could lead these businesses towards growth through partnerships with established institutions like Aberystwyth University, expanding their portfolio and enhancing their market reputation. This particular contract required open accessibility and electronic submission via the Sell2Wales platform, which broadens the competitive field to technologically adept and responsive businesses.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of PA System to Aberystwyth University

Notice Description

Aberystwyth University wishes to procure a PA System for Aberystwyth Arts Centre. The current system no longer meets current demands. This proposal recommends implementing a modern PA system that offers superior sound quality, broader reach, and better integration with existing systems

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-150627
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=150627
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

31600000 - Electrical equipment and apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Mike Akehurst, Patrick Daniel
Contact Email
mca@aber.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1970621804, +44 1970628716

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERYSTWYTH
Postcode
SY23 3AH
Post Town
Shrewsbury
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL41 Mid Wales
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Ceredigion
Electoral Ward
Llanbadarn Fawr
Westminster Constituency
Ceredigion Preseli

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ADLIB AUDIO

Further Information

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