This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Award

31 Jul 2026 at 14:55

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contracting process led by Ofcom, a sub-central government public authority in the UK, focuses on securing "Event management platform services" under a completed tender. The contract, awarded to Cvent Europe Ltd., covers the implementation of a SaaS Event Management System aimed at enhancing programme delivery through automation of key processes. The project, governed by limited competition below the threshold, falls under the services category and targets the UK market. The contract, commencing on 3rd August 2026 and running until 2nd August 2028, includes options for two 12-month extensions, highlighting its potential long-term value.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the event services industry, particularly those specializing in cloud-based and automation technology. With its focus on supporting event management through technological solutions, firms with expertise in SaaS platforms and the ability to handle comprehensive data and communication needs are well-positioned to compete. Such contracts could facilitate business expansion within the public sector, providing reputable credentials and partnership opportunities with Ofcom, a key stakeholder in the UK's regulatory landscape.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Event management platform services

Notice Description

Ofcom requires a cloud-based Software as Service (SaaS) Event Management System to support the efficient delivery of our programme of events, workshops and consultations. The system should provide a web-based platform that automates key elements of the pre-event and post event process - including registration, attendee communications, data capture, and reporting.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d92d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072860-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited 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
£142,812 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 2 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFCOM
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9HA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CVENT EUROPE

Further Information

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

JSON Markdown

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-06d92d-2026-07-31T15:55:59+01:00",
    "date": "2026-07-31T15:55:59+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-06d92d",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-PPON-PQQZ-1663-NWMN",
            "name": "Ofcom",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-PPON",
                "id": "PQQZ-1663-NWMN"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Riverside House, 2a Southwark Bridge Road",
                "locality": "London",
                "postalCode": "SE1 9HA",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKI44"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "email": "procurementnotice@ofcom.org.uk"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "http://www.ofcom.org.uk",
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "id": "publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment",
                        "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE",
                        "description": "Public authority - sub-central government"
                    }
                ]
            }
        },
        {
            "id": "GB-PPON-PVWD-4459-GNLX",
            "name": "Cvent Europe Ltd.",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-PPON",
                "id": "PVWD-4459-GNLX"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "5 New Street Square",
                "locality": "London",
                "postalCode": "EC4A 3TW",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKI31"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "email": "billy.mclean@cvent.com",
                "telephone": "+442039293746"
            },
            "roles": [
                "supplier"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "https://www.cvent.com",
                "scale": "large",
                "vcse": false
            }
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-PPON-PQQZ-1663-NWMN",
        "name": "Ofcom"
    },
    "tender": {
        "id": "ecm_1655",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "2023/54",
            "scheme": "UKPGA",
            "uri": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents"
        },
        "title": "Event management platform services",
        "description": "Ofcom requires a cloud-based Software as Service (SaaS) Event Management System to support the efficient delivery of our programme of events, workshops and consultations. The system should provide a web-based platform that automates key elements of the pre-event and post event process - including registration, attendee communications, data capture, and reporting.",
        "status": "complete",
        "procurementMethod": "limited",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Below threshold - limited competition",
        "specialRegime": [
            "lightTouch"
        ],
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "status": "complete"
            }
        ]
    },
    "awards": [
        {
            "id": "1",
            "status": "active",
            "mainProcurementCategory": "services",
            "suppliers": [
                {
                    "id": "GB-PPON-PVWD-4459-GNLX",
                    "name": "Cvent Europe Ltd."
                }
            ],
            "items": [
                {
                    "id": "1",
                    "additionalClassifications": [
                        {
                            "scheme": "CPV",
                            "id": "79952000",
                            "description": "Event services"
                        }
                    ],
                    "deliveryAddresses": [
                        {
                            "region": "UK",
                            "country": "GB",
                            "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                        }
                    ],
                    "relatedLot": "1"
                }
            ],
            "relatedLots": [
                "1"
            ]
        }
    ],
    "contracts": [
        {
            "id": "1",
            "awardID": "1",
            "title": "Event management platform services",
            "status": "active",
            "period": {
                "startDate": "2026-08-03T00:00:00+01:00",
                "endDate": "2028-08-02T23:59:59+01:00",
                "maxExtentDate": "2030-02-02T23:59:59+00:00"
            },
            "hasRenewal": true,
            "renewal": {
                "description": "The contract includes an option for 2 x 12 month extension periods."
            },
            "value": {
                "amountGross": 171375,
                "amount": 142812,
                "currency": "GBP"
            },
            "aboveThreshold": false,
            "dateSigned": "2026-07-27T00:00:00+01:00",
            "documents": [
                {
                    "id": "072860-2026",
                    "documentType": "contractNotice",
                    "noticeType": "UK7",
                    "description": "Contract details notice on Find a Tender",
                    "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072860-2026",
                    "datePublished": "2026-07-31T15:55:59+01:00",
                    "format": "text/html"
                }
            ]
        }
    ],
    "language": "en"
}