--- title: "Teach First Venue Procurement" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-43d2a9a2-4798-4a77-98a0-ad1fbd1e53b6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-43d2a9a2-4798-4a77-98a0-ad1fbd1e53b6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-43d2a9a2-4798-4a77-98a0-ad1fbd1e53b6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-43d2a9a2-4798-4a77-98a0-ad1fbd1e53b6.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "TEACH FIRST" published: "2018-09-19" --- # Teach First Venue Procurement Buyer: TEACH FIRST Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-43d2a9a2-4798-4a77-98a0-ad1fbd1e53b6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-43d2a9a2-4798-4a77-98a0-ad1fbd1e53b6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-43d2a9a2-4798-4a77-98a0-ad1fbd1e53b6.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves Teach First, a notable charity focused on training teachers and improving educational opportunities in the UK, which is seeking proposals for venue hire and associated services for three events scheduled for 8-10 January 2019. The events will take place either in central London, near a tube station, or in Birmingham close to New Street Station, accommodating a total of 575 participants over the three days. Interested parties should submit their proposals by 17:00 on 5 October 2018. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically classified as hotel meeting and conference services, and is facilitated through a tender process. This tender presents significant opportunities for companies involved in event services, catering, and venue management, particularly those small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their clientele. With the requirement for extensive services, including catering for large groups, AV technology, and breakout rooms, businesses specialising in these areas should consider submitting proposals. By competing for this contract, they can enhance their visibility and drive growth in the public sector, connecting with a reputable organisation committed to impactful educational initiatives. ## Notice Teach First invites you to submit a Proposal for the supply of venue hire and associated services and facilities for 3 one day events in either central London or Birmingham on the following dates: Tuesday 8 January 2019 Wednesday 9 January 2019 Thursday 10 January 2019 The essential requirements for each of the events are detailed below: Number of participants: Tue 8 January - 130 Wed 9 January - 290 Thu 10 January - 155 Location: Central London location (close to central tube station) or Birmingham (close to New Street Station) Rooms: Tue 8 January - 1 large hall for 130 in cabaret Wed 9 January - 1 large hall for 285 in cabaret and 14 break out rooms which can hold between 10 - 30 people. Thu 10 January - 1 large hall for 155 in cabaret, 3 additional break out rooms which can hold around 50 people each AV requirements: - flipcharts and speakers in each room - AV technician on site - Microphones and speakers in main room - relay screens throughout the large hall room to repeat the screen at front. Relay screens are desired in the break out room but not necessary - Projector and screen in Large room/hall Catering: Dining area with enough space for all delegates to sit an eat in one sitting - ideally a hot fork buffet lunch. 3 coffee breaks Breakfast treats ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Strong wifi would be needed across the venue so that we can access websites simultaneously. We would need access to broadband running between 20-25mbs Plug sockets for delegates to charge laptops in rooms, with power banks provided if needed Interested parties should email ProviderContracts@teachfirst.org.uk to request the RFP and associated tender documentation. The closing date for submissions is 17.00 on 05 October. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a12b4ce-fadd-4b62-9a3d-3c47fd1cfd0e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - N/A | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Sep 2018 | | Submission deadline | 5 Oct 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 8 Jan 2019 - 10 Jan 2019 | | 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 | TEACH FIRST | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South East London | | Postcode | SE10 0ER | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI5 Outer London - East and North East | | ITL 3 | TLI51 Bexley and Greenwich | | Local authority | Greenwich | | Electoral ward | Greenwich Peninsula | | Westminster constituency | Greenwich and Woolwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 55120000 - Hotel meeting and conference services - 55520000 - Catering services - 79952000 - Event services ## Release History - 19 Sep 2018 at 16:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a12b4ce-fadd-4b62-9a3d-3c47fd1cfd0e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a12b4ce-fadd-4b62-9a3d-3c47fd1cfd0e 19th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.teachfirst.org.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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