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GB-London: RBGKEW13895 - Kew Gardens Summer Programme 2025 Staffing

ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW

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22 Apr 2025 at 14:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew has concluded an open procurement process to secure staffing services for their Summer Programme 2025 at Kew Gardens. This project, titled "GB-London: RBGKEW13895 - Kew Gardens Summer Programme 2025 Staffing," falls under the supply services of personnel industry category (CPV: 79620000) and is located in London, United Kingdom. The contract, complete as of April 22, 2025, saw the award to WeIMPLEMENT Ltd, a small to medium enterprise (SME), with a total contract value of £84,557. The procurement method employed was an open procedure and the tender stage concluded on March 7, 2025, leading to the contract period from April 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025.

This procurement process presents a significant opportunity for SMEs, particularly those with expertise in staffing and personnel services, to engage with high-profile cultural events. By participating in such tenders, businesses can leverage exposure at prestigious venues like Kew Gardens, expand their portfolio, and enhance their reputation in the experiential and cultural sector. The open procurement nature of this tender encourages a competitive environment, making it ideal for innovative and dynamic businesses aiming to grow their market presence through public sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: RBGKEW13895 - Kew Gardens Summer Programme 2025 Staffing

Notice Description

In summer 2025 the experiential artist collective Marshmallow Laser Feast will unveil a new interactive digital artwork at Kew Gardens, inspired by one of Kew's most magnificent trees. Opening to the public on Saturday 3 May, Of the Oak marks Kew's first-ever outdoor digital art commission. RBG Kew is looking to procure a Supplier to provide the staff team (experience ambassadors) who will encourage, explain and excite visitors about this new installation Of the Oak. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4e0a294b-c5f7-4de4-8883-266862b65c96
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3df22a8c-40b3-4f7c-9a39-1b7b553ea24b
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£84,557 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£84,557 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 6-12 months
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
ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 3AE
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WEIMPLEMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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