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title: "Award of Emma Caldwell Public Inquiry - AV Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000824278"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2026-05-20"
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# Award of Emma Caldwell Public Inquiry - AV Services

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000824278

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## Summary

The Scottish Government, based in Glasgow, has completed the award stage of a public procurement process titled "Award of Emma Caldwell Public Inquiry - AV Services." This tender falls under the services category, specifically related to radio, television, communication, and telecommunication equipment. Situated in Glasgow, the contract involves the design, purchase, installation, operation, ongoing technical support, and deconstruction of audio-visual services for the Emma Caldwell Public Inquiry. The award was finalised on 20th May 2026, with Northstar Media Limited appointed as the supplier. The contract is initially set from 28th April 2026 to 31st December 2030, with a possibility for extension not exceeding 23rd October 2035.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in AV services and related equipment. Companies with expertise in technological integration, installation, and support services would be particularly well-suited to engage in similar government-led projects. The procurement underscores the need for reliable and innovative audio-visual solutions, aligning with the requirements of public inquiries and ensuring seamless operations during the inquiry period. Businesses looking to expand their portfolios in public sector contracts may find the precedence of this award useful for future procurement opportunities within the governmental framework.

## Notice

Scottish Ministers, acting through the Emma Caldwell Public inquiry has a requirement for the Design, Purchase, Installation, Operation & On-going Technical Support, and Deconstruction of Audio Visual Services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556188 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 May 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,300,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Additional buyers | FIFE COUNCIL; FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND; PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL; SCOTTISH BORDERS HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD; SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB11 9DB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling |
| Local authority | Perth and Kinross |
| Electoral ward | Perth City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Perth and Kinross-shire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 8 |
| Supplier names | BIDWELLS; DTN EUROPE; MAN TRUCK & BUS; MIDBURN JOINERY; NORTHSTAR MEDIA; PERTH RADIO TAXIS; QUO IMUS LIMITED (TRADING AS QI CONSULTING; THE ENERGY LANDSCAPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

## Release History

- 20 May 2026 at 09:20 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556188

## Notice URLs

- http://www.fife.gov.uk
- http://www.forestryandland.gov.scot
- http://www.pkc.gov.uk/article/15478/Tenders-and-contracts
- http://www.sbha.org.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scottish-enterprise.com/

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