Planning

Events Management Framework

NORTH EAST COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Planning

04 Mar 2026 at 14:52

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The North East Combined Authority is initiating a procurement process for an Events Management Framework, under the industry category of advertising and marketing services. This process is in the planning stage, focusing on delivering high-quality event management services to enhance regional initiatives. The procurement will take place in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions UKC14 and UKC2, with a final submission deadline for tenders on 13 April 2026. The bidding documents will be available online, and the procurement is governed by the legal basis set out in the UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialised in event management services, particularly those with the ability to deliver strategic, high-impact events that engage diverse audiences such as businesses, stakeholders, and local communities. The procurement method is open, encouraging participation from a wide range of suppliers including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). The framework agreement will run from 15 May 2026 to 15 May 2028, with the possibility of extensions. Businesses with expertise in managing events and strategic communications will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. Submission will be electronic and must adhere to the specified terms for language and submission method.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Events Management Framework

Notice Description

The North East Combined Authority (North East CA) is inviting suitably qualified and experienced suppliers to tender for appointment to a framework agreement for event management services. The framework will support North East CA and its partners in the planning, delivery and evaluation of key agreed events that showcase and promote regional initiatives to a range of audiences, including businesses, stakeholders and local communities. High-quality, well-targeted and professionally managed events are a key part of how the North East CA engages partners, communicates strategic priorities and demonstrates the impact of regional programmes.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066244
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019551-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Apr 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
13 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 May 2026 - 15 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH EAST COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE4 5BZ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC14 Durham, TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Arthur's Hill
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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