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title: "Audio Content Production & Device Solution"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0292e0"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL GALLERIES OF SCOTLAND"
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# Audio Content Production & Device Solution

Buyer: NATIONAL GALLERIES OF SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0292e0

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "Audio Content Production & Device Solution" was initiated by National Galleries Scotland, located in Edinburgh, UK. The project falls under the entertainment services industry category and was designed to develop high-quality audio-guide content and provide the necessary devices for a new audio guide offer. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure and involved two lots; however, the process has been cancelled. While the procurement stage was initially planned as a tender, the evaluation criteria for the lots included a mix of quality and price considerations, emphasising the importance of delivering high standards alongside cost-effectiveness.

This tender opportunity may have created avenues for businesses specialising in audio content production, equipment leasing, and maintenance services. Companies that excel in providing innovative audio solutions, as well as those with experience in cloud-based content management systems, would find themselves well-positioned to compete should a future opportunity arise in this domain. The involvement of a reputable public body like National Galleries Scotland further enhances the attractiveness of this sector for business development, particularly for organisations focused on enhancing visitor experiences through technology and creative content.

## Notice

National Galleries Scotland (NGS) require a Service Provider(s) to plan, develop and produce high quality audio-guide content as well as for the loan and maintenance of audio devices, equipment and accessories for a new audio guide offer. This contract has been split into 2 Lots with the possibility of award of the Contract to one sole Service Provider or the award of one Service Provider per lot. This procurement will be conducted through an Open OJEU procedure. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

### Lot Information

Device Solution (Equipment & Accessories)

The Service Provider shall lease and maintain audio devices, equipment and accessories for visitors to receive audio content about the collection with ease and comfort. Beyond the device itself there may be headphones and lanyards to consider (the lanyards in particular may need to incorporate the identity of a sponsor). The device solution will come with a cloud-based Content Management System (CMS) for the administration and publishing of content to devices. Analytics and insights will be accessible via the CMS.

Audio Content Production

The Service Provider will be required to manage the development and production of audio-guide content from planning through to the provision of files formatted for uploading to a cloud-based Contract Management System (CMS) synchronized with devices. This will include the research, content development, script writing, translation, recording and supply of files in an agreed format. The contract will cover a variety of foreign language translations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002937-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL GALLERIES OF SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH4 3DS |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Inverleith |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh West |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 32351300 - Audio equipment accessories
- 32353000 - Sound recordings
- 50342000 - Repair and maintenance services of audio equipment
- 64216200 - Electronic information services
- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services
- 92300000 - Entertainment services

## Release History

- 12 Feb 2021 at 15:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002937-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nationalgalleries.org
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:073742-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11042
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/edinburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

## Provenance

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