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Audio Content Production & Device Solution

National Galleries of Scotland

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

12 Feb 2021 at 00:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Award

01 Feb 2021 at 00:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
TenderUpdate

31 Mar 2020 at 01:00

OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
Tender

10 Feb 2020 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Galleries of Scotland is conducting a tender process for the **Audio Content Production & Device Solution** project, located in Edinburgh, with the main focus on the recreation, culture, and religion industry. The procurement method is an **Open OJEU procedure**, which allows for a competitive bidding process. The project involves planning, developing, and producing high-quality audio-guide content alongside the provision of audio devices and equipment. The procurement stage is currently marked as **complete** with contract awards now being processed following the submission of bids that concluded on **April 6, 2020**. Notably, this contract is split into two lots, making it possible for two separate service providers to be awarded or for one provider to take on both aspects of the contract.

This procurement opportunity is particularly suitable for businesses specializing in audio content production or the provision of audio devices and accessories. Companies that have robust capabilities in project management, audio production, and technical device maintenance will find this tender advantageous for scaling their offerings. The tender could significantly boost growth opportunities, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in delivering quality audio solutions and content management systems. With clear evaluation criteria focusing on quality and price, businesses that can demonstrate their experience and compliance with the required regulations will be more competitive in this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Audio Content Production & Device Solution

Notice Description

National Galleries Scotland (NGS) require a Service Provider(s) to plan, develop and produce high quality audio-guide content as well as for the loan and maintenance of audio devices, equipment and accessories for a new audio guide offer. This contract has been split into 2 Lots with the possibility of award of the Contract to one sole Service Provider or the award of one Service Provider per lot. This procurement will be conducted through an Open OJEU procedure. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Lot Information

Audio Content Production

The Service Provider will be required to manage the development and production of audio-guide content from planning through to the provision of files formatted for uploading to a cloud-based Contract Management System (CMS) synchronized with devices. This will include the research, content development, script writing, translation, recording and supply of files in an agreed format. The contract will cover a variety of foreign language translations.

Renewal: The Contract duration will be for an initial 2-year period, with the option of two additional 1-year extensions, not exceeding 2 years; resulting in a possible maximum contract duration of 4 years.

Device Solution (Equipment & Accessories)

The Service Provider shall lease and maintain audio devices, equipment and accessories for visitors to receive audio content about the collection with ease and comfort. Beyond the device itself there may be headphones and lanyards to consider (the lanyards in particular may need to incorporate the identity of a sponsor). The device solution will come with a cloud-based Content Management System (CMS) for the administration and publishing of content to devices. Analytics and insights will be accessible via the CMS.

Renewal: The Contract duration will be for an initial 2-year period, with the option of two additional 1-year extensions, not exceeding 2 years; resulting in a possible maximum contract duration of 4 years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000586919
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB406652
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

32351300 - Audio equipment accessories

32353000 - Sound recordings

50342000 - Repair and maintenance services of audio equipment

64216200 - Electronic information services

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

92300000 - Entertainment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£45,424 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
2022 - 2024

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
National Galleries of Scotland
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH4 3DS
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Inverleith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ATS Heritage

Further Information

Notice Documents

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