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170th Anniversary of UK-Thai Relations (The "Grand Tour" Roadshow)

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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28 Aug 2025 at 05:49

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "170th Anniversary of UK-Thai Relations (The “Grand Tour” Roadshow)" was conducted by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, located in London, United Kingdom. This tender, which falls under the "Event Services" industry category, is now in the Award stage and has been marked as complete. The procurement focuses on delivering event management services for a series of celebratory roadshows across Thailand, organized in a format similar to temple fairs, with events planned to occur within Big C store locations. The procurement process was conducted through a limited competition method, below the threshold, and the contract was signed on 20th April 2025, spanning from 23rd April 2025 to 31st March 2026.

This tender represents a notable opportunity for businesses specializing in event organisation, as it involves organising large-scale events that celebrate significant diplomatic relations. Small and medium-sized enterprises with expertise in event management, particularly those familiar with international gatherings and cultural events, would find this project well-suited to their capabilities. Participating businesses had the opportunity to expand their portfolio by working with a high-profile central government authority, enhancing their visibility and potential for further collaborations in international events.

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Notice Title

170th Anniversary of UK-Thai Relations (The "Grand Tour" Roadshow)

Notice Description

British Embassy Bangkok is looking for qualified event organisers to provide event management services for a roadshow event to celebrate the 170th Anniversary of UK-Thailand Diplomatic Relations. The events will be held in cities across Thailand throughout the year in style similar to that of a temple fair. The setup will be hosted indoors in Big C store locations. The central focus of the events is the main stage on which music, speeches and interactive activities will be run. The stage also provides a focus point for a rolling video feed on a large digital screen.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058ef4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051756-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£39,722 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
22 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 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
FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mnlprocurement@fcdo.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
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

EVENT NO LIMIT

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