Award

Graduation Services

UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

06 Jul 2021 at 08:35

Award Notice
Tender

28 Feb 2020 at 15:11

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bedfordshire is currently engaged in the procurement process for Graduation Services, which encompasses the supply, build, and hire of marquees, as well as the supply, hire, and maintenance of generators and air conditioning equipment for graduation ceremonies. This tender falls under the event services category and is taking place in Luton, England. The tender period ended on 20 March 2020, while the contract is set to commence on 1 April 2020 and conclude on 31 March 2022. The procurement method employed is a direct approach classified as a single tender action, which is typically used for contracts below specified financial thresholds.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in event services, particularly those offering marquee construction, equipment hire, and maintenance services for large gatherings. Companies with capabilities in logistical support and event organisation will be suited to compete for this tender, given the nature of the services required for the University’s graduation ceremonies held in March, July, and November. Interested suppliers are encouraged to express their interest via the University's procurement portal for potential collaboration and growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Graduation Services

Notice Description

The University of Bedfordshire is sourcing a service provider for the following: Lot 1 - Supply, build and hire of marquees Lot 2 - Supply, hire and maintenance of the Generator, Air Conditioning Chiller/Heater and Air Handling for the Marquee(s) The awards can be awarded jointly or separately. The University of Bedfordshire holds its graduation ceremonies in the months of March, July and November. Any contracts resulting fro this tender will be against the University of Bedfordshire Terms and Conditions Additional information: You will need to express an interest in the tender via the University's Procurement website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbedfordshire/.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-41d68573-2f19-4b45-bf03-d9adc1dceea3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43a2a874-bbd4-4e92-a928-fd1b2c132505
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20205 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2022 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
Tracy Wilson
Contact Email
tracy.wilson@beds.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01582743315

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 3JU
Post Town
Luton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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