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Careers Fairs Logistical Support 2025/2026

NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE

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Award

07 Nov 2025 at 14:16

Summary of the contracting process

The National Audit Office has completed a procurement process for logistical support services related to careers fairs for the 2025/2026 academic year. The contract, classified under the CPV code 79952000 for event services, spans from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2026, with an estimated value of £17,808 including VAT. This process utilised a limited procurement method through competitive quotation, tailored for opportunities under the threshold. The award, dated 31st August 2025, marks the transition to the active stage, with the successful supplier being A101 Solutions (London) Ltd.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for growth to businesses specialising in event logistics and management, particularly small and medium enterprises. Companies that can offer efficient and effective setup solutions for recruitment events, especially those experienced in university settings, may find similar procurement opportunities appealing. The focus on SMEs enhances participation prospects for smaller businesses aiming to collaborate with prominent clients like the National Audit Office, facilitating a platform for expanding their service offerings and client base.

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Notice Title

Careers Fairs Logistical Support 2025/2026

Notice Description

We use an events company to assist us with travelling to each university careers fair so they can set up our stands and the various recruitment materials (reports, brochures, giveaways). The contract will run for 1 year from the 1st September 2025 until the 31st August 2026. The estimated contract value will be PS17,808 (Inc. VAT).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ab7e7a02-0cc9-46f7-ae9b-db84853a9eb5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/396eb59c-3c1d-4439-97bb-fcef12c5388f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (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
£17,808 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£17,808 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Aug 20255 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 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
NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE
Contact Name
NAO Procurement
Contact Email
naoprocurement@nao.org.uk
Contact Phone
02077987000

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1W 9SP
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Pimlico North
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

A101 SOLUTIONS (LONDON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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