Renewal and modernisation of the existing radio editorial workstations at the ARD Capital Studio

Summary

The tender covers the renewal and modernisation of 48 existing radio editorial workstations at the ARD Capital Studio in Berlin. The contractor must supply and integrate new DHD audio mixing and network-audio equipment, develop the required manufacturer-specific functions, remove obsolete equipment, adapt existing peripherals and cabling, prepare execution and as-built documentation, commission the system, provide training, testing and acceptance support, and deliver a fully operational system. The submission deadline is 12 October 2026 at 10:00. The contract is to begin immediately after award and be completed no later than 19 weeks after award. Price is the only award criterion, weighted at 100%. The bid must be complete, submitted electronically in German using the contracting authority’s forms, and include the required declarations and evidence. The contractor must provide a suitable project team and project manager, comply with the specified broadcast, electrical, network and safety standards, provide CE and manufacturer documentation, ensure spare-parts availability for at least five years, plan four days of on-site technical training, support a 10-week trial operation and provide 24 months of warranty support with a qualified response within four hours during service hours.