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WE_962 - Events Agency to provide logistics support for Cultural British Week in Albania

BRITISH COUNCIL

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04 Nov 2025 at 12:26

Summary of the contracting process

The British Council has concluded an award stage for its procurement titled "WE_962 - Events Agency to provide logistics support for Cultural British Week in Albania." The procurement was conducted by this sub-central government public authority based in London. The contract, intended for an experienced art or event management organisation, encompasses tasks such as venue management, production, logistics, and various support services needed for British Week 2025 in Albania. The award was given on 4th November 2025, with the contract period spanning from 6th November 2025 to 29th March 2026. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on event services, hotel accommodation services, and catering services, and is set to take place in Albania.

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses in the arts and event management industries. Companies with a robust portfolio in logistics management, production coordination, and supplier relations stand to gain from participating in similar contracts in the future, especially those with expertise in international cultural events. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly those with experience in organising comprehensive arts or cultural programmes, would be well-suited to compete for such tenders, as this contract showcases demand for their specialised skills and services. Engaging in such work could enhance business growth by expanding the company’s presence in international markets and enriching its project portfolio with high-profile collaborations.

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Notice Title

WE_962 - Events Agency to provide logistics support for Cultural British Week in Albania

Notice Description

British Council in Albania is seeking an experienced Art and/or Event Management Entity (Organisation and/or company) to provide comprehensive logistical and operational support for the Cultural and Arts Events during British Week 2025. The selected agency will be responsible to support British Council and the deliverers of each activity for the successful organisation and implementation of the events, including venue management, production, logistics, supplier coordination, expert and artist fees, marketing and promotion, printing, transportation, flights, payments and all related arrangements to ensure a high-quality, engaging, and smoothly executed experience that reflects the spirit of UK-Albania collaboration and cultural exchange.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d9cf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070806-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

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


CPV Codes

55110000 - Hotel accommodation services

55520000 - Catering services

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£41,666 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
6 Nov 2025 - 29 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Suzan Dogru Asik
Contact Email
suzan.asik@britishcouncil.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FONDI I ARKITEKTURES NE SHQIPERI

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