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InnoTrans 2026

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE

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14 May 2026 at 10:47

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "InnoTrans 2026," conducted by the Department for Business & Trade, focuses on providing services related to event management and coordination for the upcoming InnoTrans exhibition, scheduled in Berlin from 22 to 25 September 2026. It includes organising the 'Meet the DBT Trade Adviser' event, facilitating a DBT-branded meeting space within the UK Pavilion, and supporting the UK networking reception at the British Embassy on 23 September 2026. This tender, classified under the services industry and specifically event services (CPV code 79952000), was awarded on a direct procurement basis, below the competitive threshold, with the award process completed. The Railway Industry Association, as the supplier, was actively involved, with the contract signed on 7 May 2026 and valued at £20,400 gross (£17,000 net), covering the period until 25 September 2026.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in event management and international exhibitions, particularly those experienced in coordinating large-scale trade events and diplomatic engagements. Companies in the logistics, catering, and promotional services sectors, capable of managing complex event schedules and providing bespoke hospitality solutions, could find this project beneficial for business growth. The Department for Business & Trade's involvement implies potential exposure and alignment with central government objectives, offering additional prestige and partnership possibilities within the railway and broader trade industries.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

InnoTrans 2026

Notice Description

RIA for support to DBT activity at InnoTrans 2026 (Berlin, 22-25 September 2026), services include - coordination and management of the 'Meet the DBT Trade Adviser' event (including promotion, online sign-up, scheduling and hosting of meetings across three days); provision of a dedicated DBT-branded meeting space within the UK Pavilion to facilitate up to three parallel meeting tables; and sponsorship and support to the UK networking reception at the British Embassy (23 September 2026), including logistics, catering coordination and DBT partner branding.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069898
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044309-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£17,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 May 2026 - 25 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RAILWAY INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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