Tender

Graduation Services 2025

UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE

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16 Jan 2025 at 13:02

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bedfordshire is seeking suppliers for its "Graduation Services 2025" project, classified under CPV code 79952000 for event services. The procurement involves the provision of graduation services at the university's premises located in Luton, East of England, United Kingdom (postal code LU1 3JU). This procurement process is in the "tender" stage with an "open" procurement method, and it details an open procedure above threshold. Interested suppliers must submit their tenders by the deadline on 5th February 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract period is scheduled to start on 1st May 2025 and end on 30th April 2026, with an estimated contract value between £100,000 and £120,000 GBP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in event management, particularly those targeting graduation ceremonies. The University of Bedfordshire encourages small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate, given the suitability criteria favour SMEs, though not specifying voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE). The contract offers an excellent chance for businesses to establish or strengthen their relationship with a reputable educational institution, enhancing their portfolio and footprint in the East of England region. Competing for this tender can provide valuable exposure and contribute to business growth within the event services industry.

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Notice Title

Graduation Services 2025

Notice Description

Provision of Graduation Services to the University of Bedfordshire. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8f314c3-4dfa-4a00-b5f2-4a859c00512f
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
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 6-12 months
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
UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
Raymond Coffie
Contact Email
raymond.coffie@beds.ac.uk
Contact Phone
07985632350

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 3JU
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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