This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

22 Jun 2026 at 11:28

Tender

27 Mar 2026 at 09:35

Summary of the contracting process

Aberdeen City Council has initiated a procurement process for providing event production services as part of its annual events portfolio that aims to boost the city's cultural and tourism profile. The contract, titled "Event Production (staging, Public Address, Audio Visual, Power & Power Distribution, Equipment)," falls under the services industry category and is intended for events taking place in Aberdeen, UK region UKM50. This open procedure tender, covered by GPA, initially sought bids by 27 April 2026. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, with the contract valued at £120,000 having been signed on 19 June 2026. The successful bidder, Live Event Management LTD, will deliver various services, including staging, lighting, and audio-visual equipment, with the contract period running from 1 June 2026 to 31 March 2028, and an option for extension.

This procurement opens up substantial opportunities for businesses in the event services industry, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive event production solutions. Companies offering staging, audio-visual setups, and public address systems stand to gain by catering to Aberdeen City’s renowned events. The tender process required electronic submissions, reflecting modern procurement methods, and the emphasis on a balance between quality and pricing ensures that businesses focusing on excellence and competitive pricing are well-positioned to grow through this engagement. The selection criteria include financial stability checks via CreditSafe, highlighting the importance for SMEs to showcase robust economic standing to compete effectively.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Event Production (staging, Public Address, Audio Visual, Power & Power distribution, Equipment)

Notice Description

Aberdeen's annual events portfolio offers a rich and varied programme of attractions, activities and celebrations throughout the year which are designed to attract visitors to the city, to improve the quality of life of those who live or work in Aberdeen, and to strengthen Aberdeen's image and reputation. As part of the Council's ongoing commitment to improving the city's cultural and event offering, Aberdeen City Council seeks a suitably competent and skilled contractor required to supply Public Address Systems, Staging, Lighting, Power, Power Distribution, Equipment and AV etc.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Aberdeen's annual events portfolio offers a rich and varied programme of attractions, activities and celebrations throughout the year which are designed to attract visitors to the city, to improve the quality of life of those who live or work in Aberdeen, and to strengthen Aberdeen's image and reputation. As part of the Council's ongoing commitment to improving the city's cultural and event offering, Aberdeen City Council seek a supplier of Event Production Services including but not limited to Staging, Public Address systems, Audio Visual Equipment, lighting, power and power distribution for these events.

Renewal: Any contract resulting from this ITT will initially be for two years with the option to extend for up to an additional 24 months i.e. a maximum of 4 years covered in total. The option to take up this annual extension will be at Aberdeen City Council's discretion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0675f8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058466-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

92300000 - Entertainment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LIVE EVENT MANAGEMENT

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