Tender

Teach First Venue Procurement

TEACH FIRST

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Tender

20 Jul 2018 at 12:17

Summary of the contracting process

Teach First is currently inviting proposals for its "Teach First Venue Procurement," focusing on the provision of venue hire and associated services for three one-day events scheduled on 6, 7, and 8 November 2018, in either central London or Birmingham. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with submissions due by 17:00 on 10 August 2018. The events will accommodate varying participant numbers, with the main requirements including suitable venues, catering, and audiovisual support. The industry category for this procurement encompasses hotel meeting and conference services, catering services, and event services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in venue provision, catering, and event management, particularly those with the capacity to service large-scale corporate events. Companies capable of delivering strong Wi-Fi and AV support, along with substantial catering facilities, will find themselves well-positioned to compete. As a recognised buyer in the education sector, Teach First encourages expressions of interest from small and medium-sized enterprises, promoting an inclusive approach to its procurement efforts.

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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 6 November 2018 Wednesday 7 November 2018 Thursday 8 November 2018 The essential requirements for each of the events are detailed below: Number of participants: Tue 6 November - 130 Wed 7 November - 290 Thu 8 November - 155 Location: Central London location (close to central tube station) or Birmingham (close to New Street Station) Rooms: On all days - 1 large hall that all delegates can sit in Cabaret Tue 6 November - 1 large hall for 130 in cabaret Wed 7 November - 1 large hall for 285 in cabaret and 14 break out rooms which can hold between 10 - 30 people. Thu 8 November - 1 large hall for 155 in cabaret, 2 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 10 August.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-677174b2-ffa7-457d-8e97-905c5e6eb509
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7eabb3f-374f-4362-a195-e8b8363bdeef
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 - Not specified
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
20 Jul 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Aug 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Nov 2018 - 8 Nov 2018 30 days
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
TEACH FIRST
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
providercontracts@teachfirst.org.uk
Contact Phone
020 3862 8000

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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