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title: "Musical Instruments - Keyboards, Amplifier and Mixing Equipment"
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buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Musical Instruments - Keyboards, Amplifier and Mixing Equipment

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cf788a47-4f97-4515-a84d-f2bca3518642

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Leicestershire County Council for the purchase of musical instruments and related equipment has concluded with the awarding of a contract to Gear4Music Ltd. This project falls under the industry category of musical instruments and parts and is located in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed was a direct award via the DfE Musical Instruments, Equipment and Technology Framework. The contract, valued at £13,491.49, was awarded on 29th April 2025, with the contract period running from 30th April 2025 to 31st May 2027.

This tender offers business growth opportunities for suppliers dealing with musical instruments, specifically keyboards, amplifiers, and mixing equipment. However, it should be noted that the suitability criteria did not favour SMEs or VCSEs for this contract. Large-scale businesses with established capabilities in supplying musical instruments and equipment would be particularly well-suited to compete for such direct awards in this category. The direct procurement process streamlines purchasing for organisations like Leicestershire County Council, presenting opportunities for companies with the requisite size and resources to fulfil specific product requirements efficiently.

## Notice

Direct Award via the DfE Musical Instruments, Equipment and Technology Framework purchase of Software, Headphones and Microphone equipment

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07a55077-a862-4ee9-aba6-91eb44f79980 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| 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 | £13,491 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £13,491 |
| 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 | GEAR4MUSIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 37300000 - Musical instruments and parts

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2025 at 10:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07a55077-a862-4ee9-aba6-91eb44f79980

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07a55077-a862-4ee9-aba6-91eb44f79980
  8th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/index.html

## Provenance

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