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PURCH2745 Provision of Framework Agreement for a Fully Managed Festive Market

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has announced a tender titled "PURCH2745 Provision of Framework Agreement for a Fully Managed Festive Market," aimed at organising a festive market in Glasgow. The tender falls under the "services" industry category and uses an open procedure procurement method. The deadline for electronic submissions is set for 27th August 2025 at 12:00 PM. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with the contract anticipated to start on the same day of the bid opening and award period commencement, 27th August 2025. The initiative is set within the UKM82 region, encompassing a project span of 18 months with an option to extend for an additional year. The main point of contact for inquiries is Titilope Bankole, reachable via email or phone through the University of Glasgow's procurement office.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in event management, particularly those experienced in outdoor and festive events. An events company with robust project management skills and a proven track record in handling large-scale public events would be well-suited to compete for this framework agreement. With a high potential for sustained business growth over a possible 30-month period, this tender allows for showcasing creativity, logistical efficiency, and community engagement through a one-day outdoor festive market. Companies must ensure compliance with the specified insurance requirements to successfully meet the economic selection criteria and align their proposals with the electronic submission requirements detailed by Public Contracts Scotland.

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Notice Title

PURCH2745 Provision of Framework Agreement for a Fully Managed Festive Market

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2745 Provision of Framework Agreement for a Fully Managed Festive Market

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2745 Provision of Framework Agreement for a Fully Managed Festive Market

Renewal: Option to Extend for 12 Months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000806630
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV542633
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£123,540 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Oct 20253 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW
Contact Name
Emma Fleck, Titilope Bankole
Contact Email
emma.fleck@glasgow.ac.uk, titilope.bankole@glasgow.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1413302834, +44 1413306639

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

YELLOW LAB EVENTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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