D3 Tenders | Event Management, Production and Delivery Contract

Notice Information

Notice Title

Event Management, Production and Delivery Contract

Notice Description

Contract: July - 1st October 2025Value: PS13,500Invitation to submit a tender Event Production Proposal for the Shared Prosperity Funded via Wrexham County Borough Council World Heritage Site Project by Glandwr Cymru, The Canal & River Trust in Wales.We are looking for proposals from a contractor to produce, manage and deliver the planning that has been put in place for an event that will take place on the 27th and 28th September across four locations in close proximity in Wrexham Rural.On the 27th September 2025 below is an indication of the community, heritage and culture-led activities in place so far, this will expand but not significantly.Trevor Basin outdoor artworks, floating market, craft market and sound installations (tbc) guided heritage walks, signage, poetry recitals and a family picnic are in place so far.Froncysyllte floating market, guided walk, exhibition in Froncysyllte Community Centre including a small craft market (tbc)Chirk Parish Hall self contained (but will need to oversee) heritage exhibition, and guided walk in place so far28th September 2025Guided walk and community artist-led activities are being delivered separately by the community, this event day will only require pre-event planning consultation for vetting/advising and inclusion in the Event Manual. Potentially some traffic management support.There is an existing Event Manual in place that was created last year and can be revised to reflect the activities this year. This is a third party contract to deliver the event on our behalf in its entirety and the below is a guideline of responsibilities which is not exhaustive and would be finalised once the contractor is appointed.PRE-EVENT PLANNING & EVENT MANAGEMENTPre-Event Roles & Responsibilities:Producing the event management plan with stakeholders and activity leads,, schedules and task list for event final planning, production, management and delivery.Identify through consultation key people supporting and participating in the event within Glandwr Cymru's plans and aspirations including the representative meeting with the safety advisory board, council, identifying and or managing medical support and volunteersLiaise with all market/stall/exhibitor/performers leading up to the event weekend to ensure all required documents are received, vetted and filedCoordinate with key locations included along the route for each day to ensure they're fully briefed and involved in advanceCoordinate with the local authority including traffic managementWork with Glandwr Cymru to advise/suggest if there will be a requirement of toilet and security provisions along certain areas of the event route and oversee the management of this if requiredAssist in compiling toilet/security costs, liaising with suppliers to obtain best prices (there will be a separate budget for these costs)Oversee volunteers that have been recruited by incorporating the volunteers in the location/shift management schedule for security.Create an overall event plan, schedules needed and be responsible for/main contact for the delivery by integrating all aspects of planned activity including contractors, suppliers, art work, market, performers, walks are within the event plan and coordinate, manage and deliver it.Assist with signage positioning and collection after the event (signage will be produced and provided via separate budget)Mobile presence along all key areas of activityContract value PS13,500Application ProcessClosing date: 24th JulyEmail to claire.farrell@canalrivertrust.org.ukExpression of Interest (maximum two pages) with clear examples of previous event experience and two client testimonials.Interview date will be on the 28th with a start date soon after for the successful applicantNOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=153421. (WA Ref:153421)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID: ocds-kuma6s-153421
Publication Source: Sell2Wales
Latest Notice: https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=153421
Current Stage: Tender
All Stages: Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type: S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
Procurement Type: Standard
Procurement Category: Services
Procurement Method: Open
Procurement Method Details: Not specified
Tender Suitability: Not specified
Awardee Scale: Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

79952100 - Cultural event organisation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value: Not specified
Lots Value: Not specified
Awards Value: Not specified
Contracts Value: Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date: 16 Jul 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline: 24 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date: Not specified
Award Date: Not specified
Contract Period: Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence: Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status: Not Specified
Lots Status: Not Specified
Awards Status: Not Specified
Contracts Status: Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer: CANAL & RIVER TRUST
Contact Name: Claire Farrell
Contact Email: claire.farrell@canalrivertrust.org.uk
Contact Phone: +44 7909001569

Buyer Location

Locality: GLOUCESTER
Postcode: GL1 2EH
Post Town: Gloucester
Country: England
Major Region (ITL 1): TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2): TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3): TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location: Not specified
Local Authority: Gloucester
Electoral Ward: Westgate
Westminster Constituency: Gloucester

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