Scope
Reference
OPEN20251960
Description
The provision of a range of audio-visual equipment for meeting rooms within the Civic Centre, Gateshead including their installation
Total value (estimated)
- £250,000 excluding VAT
- £300,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 12 April 2026 to 11 April 2029
- Possible extension to 11 April 2030
- 4 years
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 32321200 - Audio-visual equipment
- 32321300 - Audio-visual materials
Contract locations
- UKC22 - Tyneside
Engagement
Engagement deadline
5 December 2025
Engagement process description
The Council's Corporate Resources Service requires a Contractor for the provision of a range of audio-visual equipment for meeting rooms within the Civic Centre, Gateshead, which must include provision, installation, warranty and annual service and maintenance of equipment.
As part of this process the Council is conducting a Market Engagement Exercise to establish the level of interest in this opportunity, to gather information, and improve our understanding of the market.
To enable this, the Council will publish a market engagement Questionnaire via the OPEN portal on 10 November 2025 with a submission deadline of 12 noon 24 November 2025.
As part of the market engagement process the Council will offer a limited amount of one to one sessions to meet Suppliers to discuss requirements and the procurement process.
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
8 January 2026
Contracting authority
Gateshead Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPGY-1151-NJQN
Civic Centre, Regent Terrace
Gateshead
NE8 1HH
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@gateshead.gov.uk
Website: https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/31230/Learning-and-Skills
Region: UKC22 - Tyneside
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government