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Events Management Framework

North East Combined Authority

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

15 Apr 2026 at 10:09

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

01 Apr 2026 at 09:45

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

04 Mar 2026 at 14:52

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The North East Combined Authority (North East CA), located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom, is actively inviting qualified suppliers to tender for the Events Management Framework. This procurement process is in the tender stage as of April 2026, with a deadline for submission on 7th May 2026 and clarifications due by 29th April. The aim is to establish a framework for event management services that will aid in planning, delivering, and evaluating regional events in line with strategic priorities. The process employs an open procedure under a light touch contract regime, with the tender valued at £240,000 gross.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in advertising and marketing services, particularly those adept at delivering high-quality event management. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, with the potential for contract renewal extending up to two more years beyond the initial two-year term. This framework supports regional initiatives, enabling businesses to showcase their capabilities and forge connections with local communities and stakeholders, offering a platform for growth and increased visibility in the UKC region.

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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. Please note the deadline for clarifications is 29th April.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract is for a period of 2 years with the option to extend by a maximum of a further 2 years (12 months per potential extension so 2 + 1 + 1).

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/034035-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender 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
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
24 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 1 Jun 2028 2-3 years
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
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
Postcode Area
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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