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Calder

GOVERNMENT LEGAL DEPARTMENT

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31 Oct 2025 at 13:56

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10 Sep 2025 at 11:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Government Legal Department, located at 102 Petty France, London, has completed the procurement process titled "Calder," which focused on a conference venue search. This opportunity falls under the services category, specifically travel agency, tour operator, and tourist assistance services, as classified by CPV 63500000. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a streamlined competitive process. The contract period started on 5th August 2025 and will conclude on 4th August 2027, with the procurement announcement officially published on 10th September 2025. The main service location is identified by the postal code SW1H 9GL, London, England.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in travel and tourism services, particularly those specialising in conference and venue arrangements. Although not tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, larger enterprises with established frameworks can benefit from engagement. The awarded contract, valued at £190,000, was granted to Calder Conferences, a large-scale supplier based in Leeds. This highlights opportunities for similar businesses to engage in future framework agreements and pursue growth through government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Calder

Notice Description

Conference Venue Search

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ae2d6acc-b18c-4a28-a4cf-25c68bf598dc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/753c03cf-8761-41b7-81cb-46d50b9dc9ad
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

63500000 - Travel agency, tour operator and tourist assistance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£190,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£190,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
4 Aug 2025 - 4 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GOVERNMENT LEGAL DEPARTMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9GL
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
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CALDER CONFERENCES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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