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Graduation 2025 - Scenic Build

UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA

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28 Jan 2025 at 15:17

Summary of the contracting process

The University of East Anglia has completed a public procurement process for "Graduation 2025 - Scenic Build," encompassing event services classified under CPV code 79952000. This single tender action involved direct procurement for the build of the graduation ceremony stage, seating structures, and exhibition stands. The tender was initiated on January 28, 2025, with the contract period starting on November 27, 2024, and ending on August 31, 2025. The event location is specified by the postal code NR4 7TJ in Norwich, England.

This tender provides significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in event services. Companies with experience in constructing stages, seating, and exhibition setups are well-suited to compete. The procurement method ensures a streamlined process, fostering quick engagement for qualified service providers. The awarded contract, valued at an undisclosed amount, was granted to R C L -Rock Constructions Limited, highlighting the potential for similar businesses to secure future projects with the University of East Anglia.

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Notice Title

Graduation 2025 - Scenic Build

Notice Description

Scenic build across the graduation event, including ceremony stage, seating structure and exhibition stands. A single action tender has been undertaken.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5f47529b-2c16-4195-95bc-abac7063391d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02d1f3af-acbc-40fe-be9d-59b0d94503e1
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
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
28 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
27 Nov 2024 - 31 Aug 2025 6-12 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
UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

R C L -ROCK CONSTRUCTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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