---
title: "Museum AV Software"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065c26"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065c26.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-25"
---

# Museum AV Software

Buyer: IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065c26

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by Ipswich Borough Council for the provision of Audio Visual Software for Ipswich Museum. This current tender falls under the industry category of audio equipment accessories and repair and maintenance services. It is an open procedure and currently at the tender stage, with electronic submissions allowed via the Suffolk Sourcing portal. The deadline for tender submissions is 25th March 2026 at 11:00 am, with an enquiry period closing on 17th March 2026. The contract, once awarded, is expected to start on 6th April 2026 and could extend until 5th October 2027, with renewal options included.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in audio visual services, particularly those experienced in software provision and equipment maintenance within museum environments. With a contract value of £176,000, competitive small to medium enterprises capable of meeting both price and quality criteria stand a chance to grow their portfolio by partnering with a public organisation like Ipswich Borough Council. Businesses that focus on quality and competitive pricing, as per the tender's evaluation framework of 60% price and 40% quality, would be well-suited to compete for this opportunity, thus expanding their reach within the public sector.

## Notice

Ipswich Borough Council are currently out to tender for the provision of Audio Visual Software for the Ipswich Museum. This opportunity is available in the 'Current Tenders' area of portal. Interested parties are invited to express their interest to gain full access to the tender documentation. The deadline date for submissions of the tender is 25th March 2026 @ 11:00hrs. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted The deadline for clarification questions is 17th March 2026 @ 14:00 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016936-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender 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 | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Apr 2026 - 5 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £176,000 |
| Lots value | £176,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | TLH14 Suffolk CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 32351300 - Audio equipment accessories
- 50342000 - Repair and maintenance services of audio equipment

## Release History

- 25 Feb 2026 at 14:18 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016936-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016936-2026
  25th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- www.suffolksourcing.uk

## Notice URLs

- http://www.suffolksourcing.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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