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Word Defense Show 2026 Saudi Arabia - Stand Space

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE

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12 Aug 2025 at 11:04

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business & Trade has completed a procurement process for stand space at the World Defense Show 2026 in Saudi Arabia, a notable event in the event services industry. The procurement, classified under services with the CPV code 79952000, was conducted using a direct procurement method, below the threshold without competition. The contract, valued at £108,800, was awarded to ADS Group Ltd on the 29th of July, 2025, and it will remain active until the 12th of February, 2026. The Department, located in London, plays a central role in facilitating such international opportunities.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in event management and logistics, especially those focusing on the defence sector, to extend their reach and influence internationally. Larger companies like ADS Group Ltd, which have the resources and expertise to handle significant event services, would be well-suited to compete in similar procurement processes. Engaging in contracts like this can pave the way for business growth by establishing a presence in global markets and building a diverse portfolio of international projects.

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Notice Title

Word Defense Show 2026 Saudi Arabia - Stand Space

Notice Description

Stand space at the World Defense Show 2026 in Saudi Arabia.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0585f0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047968-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£108,800 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
28 Jul 2025 - 12 Feb 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialmarevents@businessandtrade.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
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

ADS GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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