Tender

Mouth of the Tyne Festival - Lighting and Structures Hire 2026

NORTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

02 Oct 2025 at 14:27

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by North Tyneside Borough Council involves a tender for the provision of lighting and structure services required for the Mouth of the Tyne Festival 2026. This public procurement falls under the industry category of exhibition, fair, and congress organisation services. The festival is scheduled to occur in Tynemouth, near Newcastle upon Tyne, from 9th to 12th July 2026. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with an open competition method below the threshold. Interested parties should note that the tender period ends on 17th October 2025, with the enquiry period concluding on 15th October 2025. The procurement has been classified legally under UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in event production, particularly those focusing on lighting and structural setups. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and enterprises with a focus on social value could greatly benefit from participating, given the reserved participation policy favouring such organisations. The procurement process prioritises quality, accounting for 60% of the award criteria, leaving 30% for pricing considerations. This contract is not only an opportunity to participate in a prestigious event but also a platform for service providers to showcase their expertise in a prominent festival setting, potentially leading to further business engagements and growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mouth of the Tyne Festival - Lighting and Structures Hire 2026

Notice Description

North Tyneside Council require lighting and structure services for the Mouth of the Tyne Festival 2026. The Mouth of the Tyne Festival, an annual live music event, is taking place on Thursday 9th July, Friday 10th July, Saturday 11th July and Sunday 12th July 2026 in Tynemouth, near Newcastle upon Tyne. The successful Contractor will be required to deliver lighting and structure services for this event in accordance with the specification attached at Tynemouth Priory and Castle.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a71d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061837-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79950000 - Exhibition, fair and congress organisation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£18,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Bailey Spray
Contact Email
bailey.spray@northtyneside.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTH TYNESIDE
Postcode
NE27 0BY
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
TLC22 Tyneside
Local Authority
North Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Shiremoor
Westminster Constituency
Cramlington and Killingworth

Further Information

Notice Documents

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