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title: "RBGKEW1345 - RBG Kew External Affairs Private Event Catering Tender"
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# RBGKEW1345 - RBG Kew External Affairs Private Event Catering Tender

Buyer: ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3a43c5eb-03a8-43c9-bff2-1ba9c4b3007b

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## Summary

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, located in Richmond, has initiated a tender process titled "RBGKEW1345 - RBG Kew External Affairs Private Event Catering Tender." This tender is within the catering services industry category, aiming to establish a small portfolio of high-quality catering suppliers for high-profile events. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with an open procedure method. The tender was published on 22 November 2024, and the deadline for submissions is 7 January 2025. The contract is set to start on 1 April 2025 and will end on 31 March 2029. Key details include a contract value of £840,000, and services will be delivered in London, UK.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, especially SMEs and VCSEs, specialising in high-quality catering services. By becoming a supplier for the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, businesses can gain significant exposure and experience in delivering services for premium private events. Companies with a focus on event catering, capable of providing exceptional service at a competitive price, will be well suited to compete for this tender. This contract has the potential to enhance the reputation and growth prospects of the successful catering suppliers by aligning with a prestigious and well-known institution.

## Notice

The External Affairs & Engagement team is seeking to establish a small portfolio of high-quality catering suppliers capable of delivering exceptional service for high-profile events at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, in west London. The requirement is to provide high-quality event catering at an affordable price in order to facilitate the growing popularity of private External Affairs and Engagement events. The team work with the Development & Strategic Events team (who sit in a separate Directorate) on the logistical planning of these events. The Development & Strategic Events team lead manages the relationship with catering suppliers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92e44339-f87f-4e1f-a22e-4cf07f978422 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £840,000 |
| 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 | ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 3AE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 22 Nov 2024 at 15:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92e44339-f87f-4e1f-a22e-4cf07f978422

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92e44339-f87f-4e1f-a22e-4cf07f978422
  22nd November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Richmond:-Catering-services./F2Y64ANS9Y
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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