Tender

Teach First Venue Procurement

TEACH FIRST

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Tender

19 Sep 2018 at 16:24

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Teach First, a notable charity focused on training teachers and improving educational opportunities in the UK, which is seeking proposals for venue hire and associated services for three events scheduled for 8-10 January 2019. The events will take place either in central London, near a tube station, or in Birmingham close to New Street Station, accommodating a total of 575 participants over the three days. Interested parties should submit their proposals by 17:00 on 5 October 2018. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically classified as hotel meeting and conference services, and is facilitated through a tender process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies involved in event services, catering, and venue management, particularly those small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their clientele. With the requirement for extensive services, including catering for large groups, AV technology, and breakout rooms, businesses specialising in these areas should consider submitting proposals. By competing for this contract, they can enhance their visibility and drive growth in the public sector, connecting with a reputable organisation committed to impactful educational initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Teach First Venue Procurement

Notice Description

Teach First invites you to submit a Proposal for the supply of venue hire and associated services and facilities for 3 one day events in either central London or Birmingham on the following dates: Tuesday 8 January 2019 Wednesday 9 January 2019 Thursday 10 January 2019 The essential requirements for each of the events are detailed below: Number of participants: Tue 8 January - 130 Wed 9 January - 290 Thu 10 January - 155 Location: Central London location (close to central tube station) or Birmingham (close to New Street Station) Rooms: Tue 8 January - 1 large hall for 130 in cabaret Wed 9 January - 1 large hall for 285 in cabaret and 14 break out rooms which can hold between 10 - 30 people. Thu 10 January - 1 large hall for 155 in cabaret, 3 additional break out rooms which can hold around 50 people each AV requirements: - flipcharts and speakers in each room - AV technician on site - Microphones and speakers in main room - relay screens throughout the large hall room to repeat the screen at front. Relay screens are desired in the break out room but not necessary - Projector and screen in Large room/hall Catering: Dining area with enough space for all delegates to sit an eat in one sitting - ideally a hot fork buffet lunch. 3 coffee breaks Breakfast treats ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Strong wifi would be needed across the venue so that we can access websites simultaneously. We would need access to broadband running between 20-25mbs Plug sockets for delegates to charge laptops in rooms, with power banks provided if needed Interested parties should email ProviderContracts@teachfirst.org.uk to request the RFP and associated tender documentation. The closing date for submissions is 17.00 on 05 October.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-43d2a9a2-4798-4a77-98a0-ad1fbd1e53b6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a12b4ce-fadd-4b62-9a3d-3c47fd1cfd0e
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - N/A
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

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

CPV Codes

55120000 - Hotel meeting and conference services

55520000 - Catering services

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
19 Sep 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Oct 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Jan 2019 - 10 Jan 2019 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TEACH FIRST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE10 0ER
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI51 Bexley and Greenwich
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London
Local Authority
Greenwich
Electoral Ward
Greenwich Peninsula
Westminster Constituency
Greenwich and Woolwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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