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title: "Musical Instruments - Various Music Accessories"
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buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-08-08"
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# Musical Instruments - Various Music Accessories

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-72bdb588-49d5-47fc-8396-7e3812365018

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## Summary

Leicestershire County Council has concluded the procurement process for "Musical Instruments - Various Music Accessories" under a direct award arrangement via the Department for Education's Musical Instruments, Equipment and Technology Framework. The procurement, classified in the industry category of musical instruments and accessories (CPV code 37000000), is based in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The total contract value amounts to £18,194. The tender process is completed, with the contract period running from 30th April 2025 to 31st May 2027. The award was published on 8th August 2025, with Zendell Limited selected as the supplier.

This procurement provides unique opportunities for businesses, especially those specialising in the supply of musical accessories and equipment, to engage with public sector frameworks like those led by educational authorities. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) would have been well-suited to compete in such direct award tenders, highlighting opportunities for growth in niche markets through collaborations with large buying organisations like Leicestershire County Council. Participation in these frameworks can significantly enhance visibility and credibility for businesses looking to expand their market reach within the education sector.

## Notice

Direct Award via the DfE Musical Instruments, Equipment and Technology Framework purchase of Various Music Accessories

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/646f8852-eeff-48b3-b4ea-bc9643832d8d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 29 Apr 2025 - 31 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,194 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £18,194 |
| 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 | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE3 8RA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Glenfield Faire |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ZENDELL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

### Codes

- 37000000 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2025 at 09:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/646f8852-eeff-48b3-b4ea-bc9643832d8d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/646f8852-eeff-48b3-b4ea-bc9643832d8d
  8th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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