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Tender

04 Aug 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Ayrshire College, located in Kilmarnock, is seeking proposals for the implementation of a Campus Communication, Lockdown & Emergency Notification System. This tender falls under the education industry category, with procurement focused on goods. The system is intended to serve as a core safety infrastructure across Ayrshire College campuses in Ayr, Kilmarnock, and Kilwinning. Using an open procurement method, the tender is currently at the tender stage, ending on 25th August 2026. The total contract value is estimated at £80,000, and the procurement process involves a written submission method. The contract duration is specified at two years, with potential extensions for an additional two-year period.

This opportunity presents substantial potential for businesses specializing in communication systems, safety infrastructure, and integrated mass communication technologies. Organisations with expertise in delivering robust and scalable safety systems would be well-suited to provide the College with a solution that ensures rapid and clear communication for the safeguarding of its campuses. Furthermore, businesses that can meet detailed technical specifications within a competitive tender are encouraged to participate. This tender could not only enhance the service provider's portfolio but also solidify its reputation in the educational sector as a trusted partner in safety and communication technology solutions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Campus Communication, Lockdown & Emergency Notification System for Ayrshire College

Notice Description

Ayrshire College is seeking a company to provide a modern, integrated mass communication system capable of delivering fast, clear and targeted communication to ensure the safety of staff and students and effective operation on each of its campuses in Ayr, Kilmarnock and Kilwinning. The system must function as a critical safety infrastructure, embedded within the College's health, safety, and safeguarding framework, rather than as a standalone communication tool.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Ayrshire College is seeking a company to provide a modern, integrated mass communication system capable of delivering fast, clear and targeted communication to ensure the safety of staff and students and effective operation on each of its campuses in Ayr, Kilmarnock and Kilwinning. The system must function as a critical safety infrastructure, embedded within the College's health, safety, and safeguarding framework, rather than as a standalone communication tool.

Renewal: The contract will be for 2 years with the option to extend for 2 further 12-month periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000838894
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561579
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32412000 - Communications network

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
25 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
AYRSHIRE COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA1 3HY
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM9 Southern Scotland

Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock West and Crosshouse
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561579
    Campus Communication, Lockdown & Emergency Notification System for Ayrshire College - Ayrshire College is seeking a company to provide a modern, integrated mass communication system capable of delivering fast, clear and targeted communication to ensure the safety of staff and students and effective operation on each of its campuses in Ayr, Kilmarnock and Kilwinning. The system must function as a critical safety infrastructure, embedded within the College's health, safety, and safeguarding framework, rather than as a standalone communication tool.

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