AV3170 - 40 Geogre Square LG Accessibility Upgrade

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh recently completed a procurement process for an accessibility upgrade at 40 George Square, involving the supply and installation of audio-visual equipment. This procurement falls under the education industry category and is located in Edinburgh, UK. The process was conducted through an open procurement method, emphasising transparency and competitive bidding. Key dates included the signing of the contract on 12th February 2026, with the award notice released on 11th June 2026. This project is critical for enhancing accessibility in university facilities and aligns with public sector focus on improving educational infrastructure.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the audio-visual sector, particularly those specialising in accessibility equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Audio Light Systems, which successfully won the contract, demonstrate that smaller companies can compete effectively in open procedures. Companies offering specialised AV solutions, comprehensive installation services, and strong after-sales support can find advantageous prospects in similar public procurement projects. Engaging in such contracts can enhance business profiles and potentially lead to more substantial projects in the public education sector.

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Notice Title

AV3170 - 40 Geogre Square LG Accessibility Upgrade

Notice Description

Accessibility AV equipment for 40 George Square

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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834495
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557825
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
11 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20264 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
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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