Award

715628474 - Delivery of a dedication event for the LGBT+ Armed Forces Community Memorial

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Award

12 Dec 2025 at 15:34

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has concluded the award stage of a contract titled "715628474 - Delivery of a dedication event for the LGBT+ Armed Forces Community Memorial," set to occur at the National Memorial Arboretum in West Midlands, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the industry category of Event Services, specifically cultural event organisation services. The procurement process was handled through a single-source method, with the awarding date being 12th November 2025, and the contract period lasting from 27th October to 30th November 2025. The awarded contract, valued at £46,047.17, highlights the Ministry's dedication to acknowledging the contributions of the LGBT+ Armed Forces community. This initiative reflects a well-defined commitment to diversity and inclusion within the armed forces sector.

This procurement offers significant business growth opportunities for organisations involved in event management, particularly those adept at organising cultural events. The awarded supplier, National Memorial Arboretum, is renowned for its experience with large-scale venues and events, particularly suited for VCSE (voluntary, community, and social enterprise) entities looking to expand their organisational credentials and acceptance of similar projects. As the Ministry of Defence is a major procurer, engaging with such contracts can enhance the profile and portfolio for businesses aiming to carve a niche in governmental and memorial event planning sectors, fostering strategic partnerships with key governmental bodies.

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Notice Title

715628474 - Delivery of a dedication event for the LGBT+ Armed Forces Community Memorial

Notice Description

Delivery of a dedication event for the LGBT+ Armed Forces Community Memorial at the National Memorial Arboretum

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2e9dbd6e-a156-48f3-88a4-07b0a6ee7706
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c8e3681-0a6e-487e-b70b-76ffa70d67af
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Single Source
Tender Suitability
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

79952100 - Cultural event organisation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£46,047 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£46,047 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Nov 20256 months ago
Contract Period
27 Oct 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NATIONAL MEMORIAL ARBORETUM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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