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Audio Visual Services for King's Birthday Party 2025 for British Embassy Riyadh

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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12 Nov 2025 at 03:33

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has recently concluded the procurement process for providing Audio Visual Services for the King's Birthday Party 2025 to be held at the British Embassy in Riyadh. This project falls under the services category and utilised a limited procurement method due to its below-threshold nature. The event, which will occur from 18th to 20th November 2025, expects to host between 750 to 1,500 high-profile guests, requiring comprehensive audio-visual solutions to maintain prestige. The contract was awarded to COMPANY BEAST HOUSE LTD from Saudi Arabia, as part of a competitive tendering process documented on 12th November 2025.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in providing high-quality event services, particularly those specialising in advanced lighting, LED displays, professional video recording, live streaming, and sound systems. With an active status and a contract value of GBP 51,265.37, the project is ideal for large-scale enterprises with the capacity to deliver technologically advanced solutions to high-profile events. Businesses that can meet the demanding standards of such distinguished occasions will find this contract a valuable addition to their portfolio, enhancing their reputation and expanding their market reach.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Audio Visual Services for King's Birthday Party 2025 for British Embassy Riyadh

Notice Description

The British Embassy in Riyadh will host a distinguished celebration in honour of His Majesty King Charles's birthday on 19 November 2025. As the Embassy's flagship annual event, it is expected to welcome between 750 and 1,500 guests, including high-profile representatives from the Saudi government, private sector leaders, key influencers, and valued partners of the Embassy. To ensure the occasion is delivered to the highest standard, the Embassy requires a comprehensive suite of audio-visual services. The appointed provider will be responsible for: a. Advanced lighting system b. LED display technology c. Professional video recording and live streaming capabilities d. Event photography e. High-quality sound system These services are essential to uphold the prestige of the event and provide an exceptional experience for all attendees.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05df1c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072988-2025
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
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
£51,265 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
18 Nov 2025 - 20 Nov 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

COMPANY BEAST HOUSE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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