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BBC Big Weekend Wraparound Celebration Event Management

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

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27 May 2026 at 11:03

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Sunderland City Council's "BBC Big Weekend Wraparound Celebration Event Management" has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to AH EVENTS GROUP LTD. This event, taking place from 22 May to 24 May 2026 in Sunderland, UK, falls under the services category, specifically event services. The council sought an Event Manager to handle event management, health & safety, and event infrastructure, aiming to highlight the area's cultural diversity through music, dance, and workshops. The procurement method was below threshold, with the contract signed on 1 May 2026 and valued at £34,334.40 gross.

This contract provides numerous opportunities for businesses specialising in event management and related services. With a focus on community engagement, creativity, and showcasing local talent, suppliers who excel in creating inclusive, culturally diverse, and family-friendly events would thrive in such projects. Small to medium enterprises, particularly those with experience in orchestrating complex public events, cultural programmes, or community initiatives, would find significant business growth potential through participation in similar procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BBC Big Weekend Wraparound Celebration Event Management

Notice Description

Sunderland City Council have appointed an Event Manager to provide event management, health & safety support, and all associated event infrastructure for the BBC Wraparound Celebration. The BBC Wraparound Celebration is designed to showcase community creativity, encourage participation, and highlight the rich cultural diversity of the area. By bringing together live music, dance performances, and hands-on creative workshops, the event aims to provide an inclusive, family-friendly space where people of all ages can connect, explore new creative experiences, and celebrate local talent. As a result, the event is expected to strengthen community identity, increase engagement with local artists, foster new creative partnerships, and offer positive wellbeing benefits through shared cultural and artistic activity.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a601
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049599-2026
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
£28,612 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
21 May 2026 - 24 May 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3AA
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AH EVENTS GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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