Award

Event Management Support

NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL

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19 May 2025 at 11:29

Summary of the contracting process

Newcastle City Council has conducted a procurement process to secure services for event management support in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, specifically targeting areas like Hadrian Square and Byker. The procurement, identified under the title "Event Management Support," falls within the industry category of Event Services (CPV: 79952000). The process was conducted through an "Other - Negotiated Procedure Below Threshold," and the tender reached the award stage on 19th May 2025. The contract period started on 22nd April 2025 and will end on 28th February 2026, with a total contract value of £38,000. This initiative aims to enhance local perceptions and address anti-social behaviour, in alignment with local regeneration priorities.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specializing in event management, particularly those with experience in community engagement and local knowledge. It is an ideal fit for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or those registered under voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE) due to their suitability criteria. AH Events Group Ltd, a supplier identified as an SME, has been awarded this contract, which underscores the council's commitment to engaging with local businesses that can foster community partnerships and drive social change. This opportunity encourages businesses to enhance their portfolios by participating in high-impact community-centred projects.

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Notice Title

Event Management Support

Notice Description

Newcastle City Council requires an experienced event management provider to deliver a range of community events in Hadrian Square and Byker, from May 2025. The programme's aims are to improve perceptions of the area and reduce anti-social behaviour. This project supports local regeneration priorities in line with community feedback and requires a partner with strong local knowledge and collaborative working practices.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e09900bb-5001-435b-9262-7d54fbe6b641
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85897a55-e198-4634-96d7-e63f1270db6a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Negotiated Procedure Below Threshold
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£38,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£38,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
21 Apr 2025 - 22 Feb 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
NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Sophie Hendry
Contact Email
sophie.hendry@newcastle.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8QH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AH EVENTS GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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