This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

12 Jun 2026 at 10:57

Tender

23 Jan 2026 at 10:10

Planning

01 Sep 2025 at 07:59

Summary of the contracting process

JISC, a sub-central government public authority based in Bristol, is the contracting authority for a procurement process focused on providing "Complete Exhibitor Packages" for their key events. The procurement, identified under the procedure ID "Proc3018", was initiated in the form of an open competitive flexible procedure, which included a framework agreement. The process transitioned from the planning phase, initiated in September 2025, through to the award phase, with the award notice published on 12th June 2026. The procurement process aimed to select suppliers capable of delivering high-quality, sustainable exhibition stands for JISC’s events across the UK, with a total contract value of £456,000 over a potential contract period lasting until June 2030 including renewal options.

This contract presented a valuable opportunity for suppliers in the exhibition and events industry, particularly those specialising in exhibition stand setups. The procurement was structured to enhance business growth opportunities for SMEs, as evidenced by three SMEs being selected to supply under this framework: ALROSE PRODUCTIONS LTD, NIMLOK LIMITED, and OPEN EXHIBITIONS LIMITED. The process emphasized competency, experience, and user engagement as key evaluation criteria, making it an attractive prospect for businesses that excel in creating impactful event environments. Suppliers were required to demonstrate their ability to deliver cost-effective solutions while maintaining industry standards and fostering strong collaborative relationships with JISC to ensure effective delivery of high-impact events.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Complete exhibitor packages

Notice Description

We have invited proposals from experienced suppliers to deliver high-quality exhibitor stands for Jisc's key events. Suppliers were asked to demonstrate the ability to provide cost-effective solutions that meet industry standards and incorporate sustainability principles.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: contract term 2+1+1 years (2 year extension option)

Planning Information

Interested parties are invited to send their expression of interest via email to procurement@jisc.ac.uk using the header line: FAO Proc3018 Events - Expression of Interest Please include a brief description of the service you provide and a link to your website.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0590ee
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055625-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39154100 - Exhibition stands

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£456,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£456,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£456,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
15 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
11 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
JISC
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 6NB
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

ALROSE PRODUCTIONS

NIMLOK

OPEN EXHIBITIONS

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