This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

01 May 2017 at 01:00

TenderUpdate

17 Jan 2017 at 00:00

Tender

24 Nov 2016 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council is in the process of awarding a contract for the "Delivery of Edinburgh's Christmas and Edinburgh's Hogmanay". This initiative aims to create a vibrant programme of activities and events designed to attract visitors to Edinburgh, with festivities beginning in mid-November and culminating in the renowned Hogmanay celebrations on 31st December. The procurement method used is an open procedure, and the contract is classified under the services category, specifically focusing on general public services. Key details include a tender period that ended on 23rd January 2017, and the contract awards are expected to be communicated following a standstill period of 10 days as per the regulations.

This contract presents significant opportunities for companies in the event management, entertainment, and hospitality sectors looking to expand their business. Suppliers capable of delivering diverse and engaging experiences in large-scale public events will find a suitable environment to demonstrate their offerings. With the emphasis on local community benefits, businesses that can contribute to enhancing the local cultural landscape or providing special initiatives for residents may have a competitive advantage. The contracts are set for an initial duration of three years, with potential extensions, ensuring a continued engagement for selected contractors.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Delivery of Edinburgh's Christmas and Edinburgh's Hogmanay

Notice Description

The City of Edinburgh Council is awarding Edinburgh's Christmas and Edinburgh's Hogmanay which offer a rich and varied programme of activities, events, attractions and celebrations designed to attract visitors to the city, and provide magical experiences for visitors and residents alike. Edinburgh's Christmas has taken place over a six week period from around the third weekend in November, at locations in and around the city centre of Edinburgh. Previous activities have include ed a market offer, fairground, family attractions and an ice rink. Edinburgh's Hogmanay is an internationally renowned New Year festival. Historically, Edinburgh's Hogmanay has been a 3 day festival centred around celebrations on the 31st December. The festival provides unrivalled promotion for the city and images of the midnight fireworks display are broadcast around the world, attracting significant international audiences. Full info is available within the specification documents.

Lot Information

Delivery of Edinburgh's Hogmanay

Edinburgh's Hogmanay is an internationally renowned New Year festival. Historically, Edinburgh's Hogmanay has been a 3 day festival centred around celebrations on the 31st December. The festival provides unrivalled promotion for the city and images of the midnight fireworks display are broadcast around the world, attracting significant international audiences.. See tender documentation

Options: The City of Edinburgh Council reserves the right to procure repeat requirements of a similar nature without any further call for competition pursuant to Regulation 33(8)(a)(b)(c)(d) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: The original contract is for 3 years with the option to extend for three 12 month periods

Delivery of Edinburhg's Christmas and Hogmanay Lot 1

Edinburgh's Christmas has taken place over a six week period from around the third weekend in November, at locations in and around the city centre of Edinburgh. Previous activities have include ed a market offer, fairground, family attractions and an ice rink. Edinburgh's Hogmanay is an internationally renowned New Year festival. Historically, Edinburgh's Hogmanay has been a 3 day festival centred around celebrations on the 31st December. The festival provides unrivalled promotion for the city and images of the midnight fireworks display are broadcast around the world, attracting significant international audiences.

Options: The City of Edinburgh Council reserves the right to procure repeat requirements of a similar nature without any further call for competition pursuant to Regulation 33(8)(a)(b)(c)(d) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: The original contract length will be 3 years with an option to extend for three 12 month periods

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000472322
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY281810
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20179 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Apr 20179 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
The original contract term is for 3 years, however the Council has an option to extend by 3 optional 12 month extension periods.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The City of Edinburgh Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH8 8BG
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
UKM25 Edinburgh, City of

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

Notice Documents

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