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LTC-External Events Management

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED

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15 Jan 2026 at 14:12

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the LTC-External Events Management contract has been managed by National Highways Limited, focusing on delivering event services. This initiative supports the Lower Thames Crossing project by offering specialist event support across various portfolios, including event planning, management, and delivery. The event services fall under the CPV code 79952000 and target a broad geographic scope, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and more. This contract follows a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and is in the Award stage, with an active award dated 5th December 2025. The value of the contract is GBP 2,045,000, and it spans from 12th December 2025 to 11th December 2030.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses capable of providing comprehensive event management services and support. Companies like SMEs, which can offer flexible services ranging from full-service planning to light-touch support, are well-suited to compete. The contract, awarded to Strata Creative Communications Limited, emphasizes the importance of adaptable and expert event delivery in the communications sector. Such opportunities can enhance business growth by allowing suppliers to collaborate on large-scale national infrastructure projects, thereby expanding their experience and market presence. The procurement's dynamic nature allows for flexibility and innovation in service offerings, benefiting businesses looking to expand their footprint in the event services industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

LTC-External Events Management

Notice Description

Lower Thames Crossing (LTC) requires specialist event support to assist in the delivery of its Stakeholder and Communications event programme. The LTC undertakes a wide variety of events to engage with both internal and external audiences. The level of support required will vary across the event portfolio ranging from full service support in planning, management, and delivery of events roadshows, to lighter touch event support where LTC staff will take the lead in organising.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c1c0e7bf-23da-41ca-84d5-e1b7dc0743e6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b6a67eb-4f1b-4d6d-a43f-923a80b8c2b0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
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
£2,045,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,045,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
12 Dec 2025 - 11 Dec 2030 Over 5 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
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6GA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STRATA CREATIVE COMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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