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AV Supply & Installation -QMRI Building

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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30 Mar 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh, a key public law entity in the education sector, has successfully concluded a procurement process for the supply and installation of audio-visual equipment at the QMRI Building. This falls under the industry category of goods, specifically targeting AV equipment supply and services. Located in Edinburgh, the entire procurement was conducted using an open procedure method, with the contract being awarded on 26th February 2026. The mini-competition was part of the APUC framework, ensuring a robust selection process, and has now reached the award stage, as indicated by the contract tagged "complete". The total value of the awarded contract is £115,412 GBP.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the design, supply, and installation of audio-visual equipment. Large enterprises, such as GVAV Limited, the awarded supplier, stand to benefit from engaging in government tenders due to the scale and formal nature of such projects. Given the open procedure and the commitment to transparency, businesses looking to expand their footprint in the UK education sector, particularly those with expertise in AV solutions, may find similar opportunities conducive for growth. Such contracts foster long-term partnerships with reputable institutions like the University of Edinburgh, enhancing service portfolios and establishing industry credibility.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AV Supply & Installation -QMRI Building

Notice Description

Following a mini-competition under the APUC framework agreement for AV and associated services, the University of Edinburgh has awarded a contract

Lot Information

Lot 1

Mini competition under APUC AV1018 - Supply and Installation of Audio-Visual Equipment & Associated Service Framework Agreement Lot 2 Supply, Design, Installation and Maintenance

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827946
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552762
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

32321200 - Audio-visual equipment

44316400 - Hardware

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£115,412 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20261 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
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
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GVAV

Further Information

Notice Documents

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