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LG Accessibility Upgrade Teaching Desks

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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13 Apr 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has recently completed a procurement process titled "LG Accessibility Upgrade Teaching Desks," which focuses on upgrading the teaching desks and associated equipment at 40 George Square, University of Edinburgh. This process fell under the 'Goods' category and utilised an open procurement method, reaching the award stage with a contract signed on 12th February 2026. The tender was part of a framework agreement AV1018 AP for the supply and installation of audio-visual equipment. The total contract value is £90,392.56 and was awarded to Audio Light Systems Ltd. The project's delivery location is primarily within the University's premises in Edinburgh, UKM75 area.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in audio-visual equipment, installation services, and those that offer accessibility solutions. Companies in the education technology sector can leverage such contracts to expand their portfolio, particularly those capable of fulfilling specific requirements like warranties and installation services. With Audio Light Systems Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise, being selected, it highlights that such procurement processes are accessible to SMEs, giving them a chance to participate effectively and compete alongside larger organisations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

LG Accessibility Upgrade Teaching Desks

Notice Description

40 George Square LG Accessibility Upgrade. Upgrading of the Teaching Desk and associated equipment.

Lot Information

Lot 1

AV equipment, warranty and installation services for George Square Direct Award via Desktop Exercise on AV1018 AP, The Supply and Installation of Audio-Visual Equipment & Associated Services.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000829202
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553689
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
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

CPV Codes

32321200 - Audio-visual equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£90,392 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20262 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

AUDIO LIGHT SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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