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UEA Graduation - Marquee Structures

UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA

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26 Feb 2026 at 14:49

Summary of the contracting process

The University of East Anglia has awarded a contract for marquee structures to support their graduation events in 2026 and 2027, based in Norwich. The contract, titled "UEA Graduation - Marquee Structures," falls under the public authority sub-central government category and pertains to event services within the UKH15 region. The procurement process was carried out under the "Below threshold - unknown" method and is currently at the award stage, with the award active as of 26th February 2026. The contractual period extends from 1st March 2026 to 31st July 2027, indicating structured planning around key academic events.

This tender represents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in event services, particularly those with capabilities in constructing marquee structures. Enterprises like GL EVENTS UK LIMITED, designated as the supplier, are well-positioned to benefit, especially SMEs focused on the delivery of temporary structures for large-scale functions. The contract's value of £76,214 provides substantial engagement possibilities within the services sector, inviting bids from companies seeking collaboration with prestigious academic institutions. The engagement also involves operational deployment at venues within the UKH15 region and aligns with graduation ceremonies, promoting the visibility and expansion of service offerings.

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Notice Title

UEA Graduation - Marquee Structures

Notice Description

The contract is for the provision of several marquee structures for the UEA graduation events in 2026 & 2027.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065d35
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017425-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£76,214 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GL EVENTS

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