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title: "Provision of Graduation Photography Services"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON"
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# Provision of Graduation Photography Services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-29e0e122-0cc7-4c1b-bbb4-442b57e1e310

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## Summary

The University of Southampton is seeking tenders for the "Provision of Graduation Photography Services," reflecting their need for specialised photography services for graduation ceremonies. This procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 24 April 2017. The contract will commence on 8 May 2017 and conclude on 7 May 2021. The photography services will be required for both summer and winter graduation events held annually in Hampshire, UK, involving a significant number of graduands at multiple ceremonies. This opportunity falls under the services category, specifically classified as CPV code 79961300.

This tender presents a robust opportunity for businesses specialising in photography, particularly those experienced in events and large-scale ceremonies. Companies that can provide high-quality professional services, including VIP photography and group photography framed for distribution, are well-positioned to compete. Additionally, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, which could stimulate business growth by expanding their portfolio in the educational sector and establishing long-term relationships with the University of Southampton.

## Notice

The Contract is required to provide Formal Photography (including VIP Photography and Additional Health Requirement Photography), Ceremony Stills Photography, Group Photography, and Framing Services for the University's graduates from the ceremonies held in July and December of each year. The University awards graduate and post graduate qualifications to its students, together with honorary awards as decided by the University. The University has two graduation events per year; o Summer graduation takes place in July and currently comprises 39 ceremonies for approximately 4,000 graduands at two venues on its Highfield site over seven days. It is expected that future events will comprise 53 ceremonies by July 2018. o Winter graduation takes place in December and currently comprises 10 ceremonies for approximately 1,000 graduands at one venue on its Highfield site over two days. This may extend to 12 ceremonies over three days in the future. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33ba4522-e317-4341-b34e-fe612d172668 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Apr 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Apr 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 May 2017 - 7 May 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | HAMPSHIRE |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79961300 - Specialised photography services

## Release History

- 3 Apr 2017 at 12:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33ba4522-e317-4341-b34e-fe612d172668

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33ba4522-e317-4341-b34e-fe612d172668
  3rd April 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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