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title: "Provision of Audio Visual Hardware - SHOWTOWN MUSEUM"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-df127434-8b28-4a9d-a4c6-6007e9d0d756"
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# Provision of Audio Visual Hardware - SHOWTOWN MUSEUM

Buyer: BLACKPOOL COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-df127434-8b28-4a9d-a4c6-6007e9d0d756

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## Summary

Blackpool Council is conducting a procurement process for the "Provision of Audio Visual Hardware" at the Showtown Museum, a notable heritage-based visitor attraction in Blackpool, UK. This open tender, valued at £500,000, seeks professional AV hardware companies to supply, install, and commission necessary equipment. The tender period concluded on 27 November 2020, with the contract expected to commence on 1 March 2021 and continue until 31 March 2022.

This project represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the audio-visual and related industries to expand their business offerings. Companies with expertise in AV equipment supply, installation, and content management will find this tender particularly relevant, as it aims to enhance the visitor experience at the Showtown Museum, promoting local tourism and culture.

## Notice

Blackpool Council is seeking a professional and experienced AV hardware company to produce/procure, install and fully commission the AV hardware components and their content for Showtown - the museum of fun and entertainment, Blackpool's first museum and heritage based visitor attraction.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48ebc167-c0e5-4b71-9dd3-4d39dd5f6a4f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £500,000 |
| 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 | BLACKPOOL COUNCIL |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY1 1NA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Talbot |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool South |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SYSCO PRODUCTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 45 - Construction work
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 45300000 - Building installation work
- 92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

## Release History

- 19 Jan 2021 at 12:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48ebc167-c0e5-4b71-9dd3-4d39dd5f6a4f
- 26 Oct 2020 at 09:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7258da0-8a90-416c-a798-5fc22af4bb25

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48ebc167-c0e5-4b71-9dd3-4d39dd5f6a4f
  19th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7258da0-8a90-416c-a798-5fc22af4bb25
  26th October 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/AdvertSummary?projectId=494255f7-e407-eb11-8105-005056b64545&projectStepId=5a4255f7-e407-eb11-8105-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.blackpool.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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