Tender

Event Management of an annual event showcasing breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence, innovation, research, practice and funding for Satellite Applications Catapult and University of Buckingham

SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED

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Tender

18 Feb 2019 at 10:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Satellite Applications Catapult Limited is inviting tenders for the management of an annual event that will showcase innovations in Artificial Intelligence, research, and funding. This significant event, expected to attract around 500 attendees each day over a two-day period, will take place at a prominent venue in London, starting from 16 April 2019 and concluding on 19 March 2021. The tender period ends on 21 March 2019, with a total contract value of £1,600,000. The procurement method is classified as an open procedure, targeting service providers within the event management industry.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialised in event management and related services, particularly those capable of delivering large-scale events. Companies with expertise in logistics, sponsorship sales, marketing, and innovation-driven environments would be particularly well-suited to compete. With the backing of notable institutions like the Satellite Applications Catapult and the University of Buckingham, successful bidders could see enhanced visibility and growth potential in the rapidly evolving tech sector.

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Notice Title

Event Management of an annual event showcasing breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence, innovation, research, practice and funding for Satellite Applications Catapult and University of Buckingham

Notice Description

The Satellite Applications Catapult (Organiser) and the University of Buckingham are working together to create a new annual event, showcasing breakthroughs in AI innovation, research, practice and funding. It will be hosted by the University of Buckingham, which is at the centre of the Oxford-Cambridge growth corridor. The event will be at a significant scale, with year one targeted to deliver 500 attendees from around the world (each day) to a two-day festival, with 50-100 companies exhibiting (subject to sponsorship sales) and further opportunities for event sponsorship. It will take place at a landmark London venue reflecting its international scale and importance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6152ec67-139e-4410-b636-a3e3b0b26dd6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e09bb7ad-fa6b-480f-849d-467fa240f517
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£1,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Apr 2019 - 19 Mar 2021 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DIDCOT
Postcode
OX11 0QR
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Hendreds
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

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