--- title: "AV equipment Supply & Installer" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7c10fdaa-bcda-4e4f-a578-954dc44e09db" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7c10fdaa-bcda-4e4f-a578-954dc44e09db" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7c10fdaa-bcda-4e4f-a578-954dc44e09db.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7c10fdaa-bcda-4e4f-a578-954dc44e09db.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "REAL IDEAS ORGANISATION" published: "2024-11-19" --- # AV equipment Supply & Installer Buyer: REAL IDEAS ORGANISATION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7c10fdaa-bcda-4e4f-a578-954dc44e09db [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7c10fdaa-bcda-4e4f-a578-954dc44e09db) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7c10fdaa-bcda-4e4f-a578-954dc44e09db.json) ## Summary The Real Ideas Organisation, based in Plymouth, England, is seeking a preferred supplier for the supply and installation of audio-visual (AV) equipment. The tender titled "AV equipment Supply & Installer" falls under the industry category of electrical equipment and apparatus (CPV code: 31600000). This open procedure procurement process is happening in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender process began on 18 November 2024, and the deadline for submission is 4 December 2024. The contract is expected to start on 6 January 2025 and will run until 5 January 2027, with an estimated value ranging between £50,000 and £100,000. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in AV solutions to collaborate with Real Ideas Organisation in enhancing their spaces with modern AV technology. The scope includes advising on purchasing options, obtaining quotes, procuring AV equipment, managing installations, training staff, and supporting live and online events. Businesses that excel in creativity, technical management of events, and inclusive technology solutions are well-suited to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, presenting a lucrative prospect for growth and long-term collaboration. ## Notice We're looking for a a preferred supplier to work with us over the length of the contract to advise as per the below with regards to AV equipment. * Providing advice and guidance for purchasing options linked to AV equipment including but not limited to: o Audio visual solutions across Real Ideas spaces including projectors for presentation, creative art-based projects and immersive experiences o Public address and sound solutions for live events and announcements o Digital screens for presentation, to share information, for collaboration and video broadcasting o Streaming, recording and video equipment * Obtaining quotes and procurement of AV equipment on behalf of RIO * Managing installation of AV equipment across campus * Training RIO staff in use of new equipment * Supporting live and online events where required Major events * Production and technical management of major live events, including but not limited to: o Installation o Staffing o Kit hires o Lighting We're a positive, creative and innovative group of people at Real Ideas, so the look and feel of our buildings needs to reflect this. We really value inclusion so our equipment must also be accessible to a range of different users. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/954f3606-6ed3-435a-9778-5a223574c373 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Nov 2024 | | Submission deadline | 4 Dec 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 6 Jan 2025 - 5 Jan 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | REAL IDEAS ORGANISATION | | Locality | PLYMOUTH | | Post town | Plymouth | | Postcode | PL1 4EL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon | | ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth | | Local authority | Plymouth | | Electoral ward | Devonport | | Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting ### Codes - 31600000 - Electrical equipment and apparatus ## Release History - 19 Nov 2024 at 10:04 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/954f3606-6ed3-435a-9778-5a223574c373 - 18 Nov 2024 at 10:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/954f3606-6ed3-435a-9778-5a223574c373 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/954f3606-6ed3-435a-9778-5a223574c373 19th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b81ca938-c3fc-460c-b8a0-44eb20f3549e Specification, timelines and other helpful information - https://realideas.org/about-us/work-with-us/tendering-and-supply/ Tender notice and full specification ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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