Award

The provision of Disposal, Supply, Installation and Maintenance of a new Performance P.A System for Glasgow Royal Concert Hall.

GLASGOW LIFE (CULTURE & SPORT GLASGOW)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

06 Jun 2025 at 00:00

Tender

09 Apr 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the provision of a Disposal, Supply, Installation, and Maintenance of a new Performance P.A. System for the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall was conducted by Glasgow Life (Culture & Sport Glasgow). Located in Glasgow, this contracting authority operates as a central purchasing body in the sector of general public services. The procurement followed an open procedure method, with the contract being awarded on 3rd June 2025 after the tendering stage concluded on 9th May 2025. The procurement process, classified under industry code 50342000 for services, emphasised quality as a primary award criterion at 80% over price at 20%. The overall contract value was awarded to Adlib Audio Ltd for £696,404.05.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the audiovisual or performance equipment industries, particularly those able to provide comprehensive service offerings including installation and maintenance. SMEs with a strong focus on quality service delivery could leverage this opportunity to demonstrate their capabilities in handling significant public contracts. It sets a precedent for establishing long-term business relationships and enhancing credentials by engaging with a large public entity like Glasgow Life. Companies with the capacity to meet stringent financial and insurance requirements are well-suited to compete in similar opportunities, thereby enhancing their business growth potential in the public sector.

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Notice Title

The provision of Disposal, Supply, Installation and Maintenance of a new Performance P.A System for Glasgow Royal Concert Hall.

Notice Description

The provision of Disposal, Supply, Installation and Maintenance of a new Performance P.A System for Glasgow Royal Concert Hall.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of Disposal, Supply, Installation and Maintenance of a new Performance P.A System for Glasgow Royal Concert Hall.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000792057
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN532056
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

48 - Software package and information systems

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

48952000 - Public address systems

50342000 - Repair and maintenance services of audio equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£696,404 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jun 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Jun 202511 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GLASGOW LIFE (CULTURE & SPORT GLASGOW)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1LH
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ADLIB AUDIO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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