Tender

Event Sound and Production Services for Littlehampton Town Council 2026 - 2029

LITTLEHAMPTON TOWN COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Littlehampton Town Council is procuring event sound and production services for the years 2026 to 2029, aiming to deliver high-quality, professional services that meet the Council's vision for enhancing the profile of the town and its events. This tender is classified under "Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting," as well as "Recreational, cultural and sporting services" and "Other community, social and personal services." It is an open procedure above the threshold, suitable for small and medium enterprises. Interested contractors should submit their tenders by 3 March 2026, with the contract period commencing on 1 April 2026 and concluding on 31 March 2029, centred around Littlehampton, West Sussex.

This tender presents an attractive opportunity for businesses specializing in event production and sound systems to expand their portfolio and client base, potentially establishing a long-term partnership with a local government body. Businesses adept at managing event logistics, providing technical expertise, and ensuring budget adherence will find themselves well-suited to compete. Given the requirement for high standards of safety and professionalism, companies with a proven track record in delivering reliable services at similar events will be particularly competitive in this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Event Sound and Production 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 five 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 reliable sound systems, technical expertise, and production support to ensure seamless delivery across all events. This includes working within agreed budgets, responding to technical emergencies, and collaborating with the Council to maintain the highest standards of safety and professionalism 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 the Event Manager 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/31636136-3b10-4ef8-96fc-2004ab60751e
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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£32,000 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

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