Award

Marquee Framework (Graduation & Large Events)

CARDIFF UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

18 Feb 2026 at 15:16

Award

26 Jan 2026 at 17:05

Tender

01 Dec 2025 at 13:18

Summary of the contracting process

Cardiff University has awarded a contract for the Marquee Framework (Graduation & Large Events) to Field and Lawn Limited, marking the completion of the procurement process. The framework agreement, valued at £435,984.99 gross, will run from 6th March 2026 to 5th March 2028, with potential renewal options extending up to 2030. Situated in Cardiff, the procurement process utilised an open procedure under UKPGA legal basis 2023/54 and involved a competitive bid process where three bids were received. The contract encompasses goods delivery, specifically canopies, across the United Kingdom. The award was confirmed on 18th February 2026 following the tender phase, which concluded on 6th January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the event services sector, particularly those specialising in marquee supply and associated equipment hire. As the procurement was conducted through an open procedure, it was accessible for SMEs, making it ideal for businesses looking to expand within the public sector. Field and Lawn Limited, a medium-sized enterprise, successfully secured the contract, illustrating the potential for growth for similar organisations. The inclusion of a six-stage process to select the Most Advantageous Tender highlights the focus on quality and price, providing a fair competitive environment encouraging participation from reputable suppliers committed to service excellence.

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Notice Title

Marquee Framework (Graduation & Large Events)

Notice Description

Cardiff University is awarding contract for Marquee Framework (Graduation & Large Events).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ebf1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014874-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

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


CPV Codes

44115710 - Canopies

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£363,321 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£363,321 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Mar 2026 - 5 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
rogalaa@cardiff.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF24 4HQ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FIELD AND LAWN

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