Tender

Event Support Services for Littlehampton Town Council 2026 - 2029

LITTLEHAMPTON TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

04 Feb 2026 at 15:54

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Littlehampton Town Council is initiating an open tender process for procuring event support services from April 2026 to March 2029, focusing on recreational, cultural, and sporting services, as well as other community services. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 3rd March 2026. The contract is valued between £23,500 and £28,500 and will cover eight core events annually, along with potential additional national celebrations, aimed at enhancing the town’s profile. Interested parties should submit their tenders via email or post as detailed in the invitation to tender.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in event management, particularly those experienced in crowd and safety management at public events. The contract requires a reliable, well-trained team capable of working with Littlehampton Town Council to deliver high-quality events within agreed budgets and safety standards. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate, as the tender process is designed to support and be suitable for SME engagement. Businesses with experience in handling public events and road closures will find this tender particularly aligned with their services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Event Support Services for Littlehampton Town Council 2026 - 2029

Notice Description

Littlehampton Town Council is looking for a contractor that will deliver high quality, professional services that meet the Council's vision to produce quality, safe events that enhance the profile of the Town and visitors. This contract will cover eight core events in the annual calendar, as well as additional national celebrations, which may happen during the duration of the contract. Appendix A outlines the dates for 2026. Most events take place around the same date each year. The successful contractor will be expected to provide a reliable, well-trained team to deliver effective event support across all events. This includes working within agreed budgets, responding promptly to operational or safety incidents, and collaborating with the Council to maintain the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and visitor experience. The successful contractor's role will include crowd management, implementing road closures in line with approved traffic plans, and supporting the Littlehampton Town Council Events team throughout the event to ensure smooth delivery and public safety. Tender submissions must meet all the listed requirements in the invitation to tender and the full submission should be sent to the Town Clerk via email tenders@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk or posted to the Town Clerk, Event Support Tender, Littlehampton Town Council, Manor House, Church Street, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5EW by the closing date of 3 March 2026. Additional information: If you would like to meet with us or make a site visit, please call 01903 732063 and ask for Rachel or e-mail rmarshall@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce3fa7db-1acd-4b8c-bafa-b850f6446350
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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£28,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LITTLEHAMPTON TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Rachel Marshall
Contact Email
rmarshall@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01903723063

Buyer Location

Locality
LITTLEHAMPTON
Postcode
BN17 5EW
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Arun
Electoral Ward
River
Westminster Constituency
Bognor Regis and Littlehampton

Further Information

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