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West Midlands Tourism Awards 2026 Venue Hire & Catering

WEST MIDLANDS GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED

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28 Jan 2026 at 12:41

Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Growth Company Limited organised a procurement process for the "West Midlands Tourism Awards 2026" focusing on venue hire and catering services within the UK, particularly in the West Midlands region. This contract, with procurement number 2025-WMGC-0644, falls under the services category with a limited procurement method specified as below threshold - limited competition. The contract was awarded on 9th December 2025, covering the period from 9th December 2025 to 17th March 2026, indicating that the procurement stage has progressed from planning to award. Key criteria included hosting capacity, hospitality quality, and location accessibility, with the ultimate award to TB Resort Operations Limited to ensure a high-standard event showcase.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in high-quality event venues and catering services. Businesses with the capability to provide banquet-style setups for at least 300 guests, and those located within the West Midlands with accessible transportation options, could particularly benefit. Such opportunities favour small and medium-sized enterprises capable of delivering professional hospitality services and enhancing the experience with additional facilities for sponsors and VIPs, as outlined in the contract requirements. With a gross contract value of £30,685, businesses positioned within this scope can leverage these specifications to secure similar prestigious contracts in the future.

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Notice Title

West Midlands Tourism Awards 2026 Venue Hire & Catering

Notice Description

The West Midlands Growth Company (WMGC) is seeking a high-quality venue to host the West Midlands Tourism Awards 2026. The Awards celebrate tourism businesses that enhance the West Midlands' reputation as a world-class destination for national and international visitors. The event will take place in spring 2026 and requires a venue capable of hosting at least 300 guests in a banquet-style setting. The chosen venue must deliver a seamless, professional experience for guests, finalists, sponsors, and VIPs, reflecting the prestige and excellence the awards celebrate. The requirements for the venue are: * Accommodate minimum 300 guests in a banquet-style setup, with space for a stage, AV equipment, and entertainment. * Be located within the West Midlands region with easy access to major roads and public transport. * Deliver high-quality hospitality, including a three-course plated meal with dietary options. * Provide professional, experienced event service staff throughout the evening. * Offer on-site or nearby parking and accommodation. * Allow access from mid-day for setup, rehearsals, and AV testing. * Offer added-value experiences for sponsors and VIPs, e.g., exclusive tours, behind-the-scenes access, or branded hospitality areas. * Provide digital signage or display screens for sponsor branding and event messaging. * Reflect the prestige and celebratory nature of an awards event.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0610db
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007572-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55120000 - Hotel meeting and conference services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£25,570 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
9 Dec 2025 - 17 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST MIDLANDS GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@wmgrowth.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6AT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TB RESORT OPERATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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