Tender

Contract for Special Events Marquee Hire, Lot 1 - PVC Framed Marquee Hire & Lot 2 - Additional Equipment Hire

CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA

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23 Feb 2026 at 14:40

Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea invites tenders for the provision of Special Events Marquee Hire as outlined in their Contract CCS/25/329. This procurement is open under the below-threshold competition and is governed by Welsh devolved regulations. The contract, set to commence on 13th April 2026, spans three years with an option to extend by up to 24 months, covering outdoor events in Swansea for varying audience sizes up to 250,000 people. The tender is divided into two lots: Lot 1 for PVC Framed Marquee Hire and Lot 2 for Additional Equipment, including items like lights and furniture. Bidders are encouraged to register their interest and submit tender responses by the deadline of 23rd March 2026, with enquiries accepted until 16th March 2026.

This tender presents a valuable growth opportunity for small and voluntary sector enterprises in the leisure equipment industry, seeking to expand their market presence by providing high-quality marquee hire services with an emphasis on sustainability and health and safety. Companies equipped to offer competitive pricing and reliable service delivery will benefit from participating in Swansea’s prominent public events. The procurement favours businesses that excel in customer service and can manage large-scale setups efficiently, creating potential for significant exposure through event marketing initiatives. With the provision for long-term engagement, successful bidders can establish robust business relationships and enhance their reputation in the industry.

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Notice Title

Contract for Special Events Marquee Hire, Lot 1 - PVC Framed Marquee Hire & Lot 2 - Additional Equipment Hire

Notice Description

Swansea Councils Special Events Team organise large scale events, the programme of events covers many venues in outdoor parks and spaces throughout Swansea. The scale of each event varies from 200 to 250,000 people. To facilitate these events we need to hire a variety of temporary marquees and sometimes additional equipment such as flooring, furniture etc. We are looking for a contractor that is reliable, able to supply a variety of marquee sizes, sometimes in large quantities, has excellent customer service, excellent quality equipment and a company that has an excellent attitude for sustainability and health and safety. The contract for marquee hire will cover a 3-year period of events from April 2026 to April 2026 with the option to extend for up to a further 2 years. The requirements will change each year. The request for quote is split into 2 lots:- Lot 1 - PVC Clear span framed marquees Lot 2 - Additional equipment Dates for years 2 and 3, during the life of the contract are expected to be broadly similar to the above, where possible actual dates are expected to be confirmed by 31st March of each year. All staff should be fully and appropriately trained. Provide an overview of the training your staff will have received. Your price must include the cost to set up, hire and derig the marquees, the price must also include insurance and transport of the marquees. We would expect you to make clear any extra costs that may be incurred such as plant hire required, waiting time fees, water supply for ballast etc. Please detail what discounts could be offered if your company is promoted via the event marketing plan i.e. website advertising, banners.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - PVC Framed Marquee Hire

Swansea Councils Special Events Team organise large scale events, the programme of events covers many venues in outdoor parks and spaces throughout Swansea. The scale of each event varies from 200 to 250,000 people. To facilitate these events we need to hire a variety of temporary marquees and sometimes additional equipment such as flooring, furniture etc. We are looking for a contractor that is reliable, able to supply a variety of marquee sizes, sometimes in large quantities, has excellent customer service, excellent quality equipment and a company that has an excellent attitude for sustainability and health and safety. The contract for marquee hire will cover a 3-year period of events from April 2026 to April 2026 with the option to extend for up to a further 2 years. The requirements will change each year.

Renewal: Contract Period: April 2026 - April 2029 Option to extend for up to a further 24 months

Lot 2 - Additional Equipment Hire

Equipment to be used along with the Marquee's such as lights, folding chairs, table, heaters, air conditioning, sofa's, etc

Renewal: Contract Period: April 2026 - April 2029 Option to extend for up to a further 24 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065a42
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016134-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories


CPV Codes

37416000 - Leisure equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA1 3SN
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
TLL18 Swansea

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

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