Tender

Venue Hire for VisitScotland EXPO 2021

VISITSCOTLAND

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Tender

08 Oct 2020 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The tender titled "Venue Hire for VisitScotland EXPO 2021" is issued by VisitScotland, located in Edinburgh, UK. This procurement falls under the services category related to tourism and is currently active at the Tender stage. The deadline for bid submissions is 28 October 2020, while the event itself will take place on 28 and 29 April 2021. The selected venue is required from 25 April to 30 April 2021. The procurement method employed for this process is an open procedure, allowing for a broad range of bidders.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the hospitality and event management sectors, particularly those specialising in venue hire and related services. Companies equipped to offer suitable facilities and services in Edinburgh would be particularly well-positioned to compete for this contract. Bidders must demonstrate strong financial standing and ensure compliance with insurance requirements, making this a viable opportunity for both established firms and capable subcontractors looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Venue Hire for VisitScotland EXPO 2021

Notice Description

This tender seeks to secure a host venue for the trade show of VisitScotland Expo 2021 to be held Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 April. Tenancy for the trade show will be required from Sunday 25 - Friday 30 April 2021.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This tender seeks to secure a host venue for the trade show of VisitScotland Expo 2021 to be held Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 April. Tenancy for the trade show will be required from Sunday 25 - Friday 30 April 2021.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000632834
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT396625
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract 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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Oct 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
12 months

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
VISITSCOTLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
rory.hewitt@visitscotland.com
Contact Phone
+44 1314722222

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6JH
Post Town
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
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Further Information

Notice Documents

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