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title: "Supply of Audio Visual Solutions"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (T/A KCS)"
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# Supply of Audio Visual Solutions

Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (T/A KCS)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4451cea8-24d3-425b-bfd9-b99a533732dd

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Supply of Audio Visual Solutions" is conducted by Kent County Council (t/a KCS) in the United Kingdom. This framework agreement, which is classified under the CPV code 32321200 for audio-visual equipment, is currently in the award stage following a successful tender process. The procurement, which employs an open method, has a total contract value of £100,000,000 and spans from 1st April 2020 to 30th November 2024. Interested parties were able to submit their expressions of interest until the deadline of 31st January 2020, with the contract periodically accessible to various public bodies across the UK and associated territories.

This substantial contract presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the audio-visual solutions sector, such as suppliers of equipment, installation services, and maintenance support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given their suitability status, which aligns with the procurement process. Companies that are capable of providing comprehensive services in audio-visual technology, and those familiar with public sector frameworks, would particularly benefit from this opportunity due to its extensive reach and potential for longstanding partnerships with local authorities and public sector bodies.

## Notice

The Framework Agreement covers the provision and installation of a full range of Audio Visual Solutions, associated services and support and maintenance. Additional information: All public bodies will have access to this Framework Agreement but may only do so with the agreement of the Contracting Authority. Those organisations who may wish to access this Framework Agreement will be members, Affiliates and associates of the CBC Group, local government authorities, the police service, the fire service, the NHS and NHS trusts, housing associations, third sector organisations, academic centres (including Academies), free schools, publicly funded organisations and publicly owned private companies, operating within the geographic boundaries of the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Northern Ireland and Isle of Man. The Framework Agreement will also be open for use by all other local authorities and public sector bodies. Full details of the classification of potential Participating Authorities and Customer's geographical areas and organisation classifications are detailed in the ITT To access all the documents and information relating to how you might be considered for this opportunity please follow the process outlined below: * Please visit the Kent Business Portal www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk * Select 'Current Opportunities' * In 'narrow your results' section select 'Commercial Services' from the list of 'Organisations' * Select the appropriate opportunity from the options provided * In the 'Expressions of Interest window' select 'Login and Register interest in this opportunity' * NB - if you are new to the portal you will be required to register, this is a free site and service. * Please follow the instructions provided * After successful registration you will receive an email from the portal containing your link to the documentation and the area through which you must submit your application

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b5d72f0-2898-4ba3-b8ce-ae2d74abffc9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Nov 2020 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2020 - 30 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £100,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (T/A KCS) |
| Locality | WEST MALLING |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME19 4YT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ46 West Kent |
| Local authority | Tonbridge and Malling |
| Electoral ward | Kings Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 11 |
| Supplier names | ASHDOWN CONSULTANT ENGINEERS LTD, TRADING AS ASHDOWN AUDIO VISUA; AVOIRA; CDEC; ELEMENTARY TECHNOLOGY; HUGH SYMONS AV; INSIGHT DIRECT; NCS TECHNOLOGY; SHARP BUSINESS SYSTEMS; SNELLING BUSINESS SYSTEMS; STONE COMPUTERS; THE DMS DIGITAL GROUP (DMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32321200 - Audio-visual equipment
- 32321300 - Audio-visual materials

## Release History

- 23 Nov 2020 at 11:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b5d72f0-2898-4ba3-b8ce-ae2d74abffc9
- 20 Dec 2019 at 11:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6d870ed-da85-498b-a535-44ad53579cba

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b5d72f0-2898-4ba3-b8ce-ae2d74abffc9
  23rd November 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6d870ed-da85-498b-a535-44ad53579cba
  20th December 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.commercialservicesgroup.org.uk

## Provenance

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