Tender

Contract For UCAS Hampshire Marquee 2026

UNIVERSITY OF WINCHESTER

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Tender

12 Jan 2026 at 20:41

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Winchester, a sub-central government public authority, is inviting tenders for the "Contract For UCAS Hampshire Marquee 2026," aimed at supporting a UCAS exhibition event scheduled to be hosted in collaboration with UCAS. This procurement falls within the goods category, particularly targeting event services and tents. The tender process is open and competitive, with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 23 January 2026 and a submission deadline set for 30 January 2026 at noon. The event will take place in the regions of UKJ and UKK, United Kingdom, commencing on 1 June 2026 and concluding by 15 June 2026, with potential extension options. Interested parties should contact the university via andrew.gannon@winchester.ac.uk for further information.

This tender offers a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in event services, particularly those with experience in marquee erection on grass, to expand their client base by securing a contract valued at £72,000. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to apply, as the project supports SME involvement. The award criteria emphasize competitive pricing, relevant experience in similar events, and technical competence in handling marquee installations safely. Participating in this tender could bolster reputations and open doors to future collaborations with educational institutions and other public authorities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract For UCAS Hampshire Marquee 2026

Notice Description

The University of Winchester been successful in its bid to host a UCAS exhibition in 2026. The event is held in collaboration with UCAS, we are both joint organisers of the event. Scope of Services Required To enable us to host the event, we require a large marquee, flooring, lighting, furniture, entranceway, matting and trackway. We also require a separate structure - a small roof only marquee which we will use for our visitors to shelter from the weather. Full details can be found at: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/winchester Return Date: 12 Noon Friday 30 January 2026

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060423
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002454-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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

CPV Codes

39522530 - Tents

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 15 Jun 2026 30 days
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
UNIVERSITY OF WINCHESTER
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
andrew.gannon@winchester.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HAMPSHIRE
Postcode
SO22 4NR
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Paul
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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