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title: "Musical Instruments, Equipment and Technology Framework"
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# Musical Instruments, Equipment and Technology Framework

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c0e9f1a3-16d6-49b7-845a-73ce50af0af1

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## Summary

The Department for Education (DfE) has announced the award of its "Musical Instruments, Equipment and Technology Framework" contract, focusing on the education sector and related support services. The procurement falls under the "goods" category, particularly concerning musical instruments and related parts (CPV code: 37300000). The tender was conducted using an open procedure exceeding the threshold, with the contract period spanning from 8th October 2024 to 7th October 2027. The procurement process is complete, and the total contract value is £25,000,000 GBP. The project supports various locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the rest of the world. Key dates include the tender period ending on 24th July 2024 and the final award announced on 5th November 2024.

This framework provides significant opportunities for businesses that manufacture or supply acoustic, electric, and digital musical instruments, as well as ancillary equipment and technology. Given the project's focus on inclusivity, particularly for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), businesses specialising in adaptive musical instruments or educational technology could find substantial growth opportunities. Suitable participants include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). As the award involves 59 suppliers, there is potential for networking and partnership opportunities within this substantial procurement framework.

## Notice

A contract award notice for the DfE's framework for Musical instruments, Equipment and Technology. The Framework is split into the following three Lots;- Lot 1 - Acoustic Instruments (including Adaptive Instruments): Acoustic instruments that do not require electricity, amplification, or technology to produce a sound. This includes acoustic instruments which have been specifically developed or adapted for use by children and young people with SEND. Lot 2 - Amplified, Electric and Digital Musical Instruments: Instruments and equipment that produce or modify sound through electric, electronic, or digital means. This includes items which have been specifically developed or adapted for use by children and young people with SEND. Lot 3 - Other technology and equipment used to enable or support music-making: Additional equipment and software needed to produce, amplify, augment, or record sound, or in other ways support children and young people (including those with SEND) to create and perform music. This includes additional equipment, accessories, or software that can be used in conjunction with, or to support the use of, items outlined in other Lots.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00ecfef9-f14b-4238-9330-d4f6bee7bc07 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 7 Oct 2024 - 7 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,000,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3BT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | 59 SUPPLIERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 37300000 - Musical instruments and parts

## Release History

- 5 Nov 2024 at 15:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00ecfef9-f14b-4238-9330-d4f6bee7bc07

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00ecfef9-f14b-4238-9330-d4f6bee7bc07
  5th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/27172272-37f9-4f03-af1e-c54bf15d7c66
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c996f833-a5e6-4155-af2e-6fdc1b786d6e
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