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title: "Graduation Ceremonies"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH"
published: "2024-09-25"
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# Graduation Ceremonies

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4a4c3c7c-6e49-4ef3-b46e-0e7b5910d0ac

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## Summary

The University of Plymouth has concluded a procurement process for the "Graduation Ceremonies" contract, focusing on pre-production, labour, and the supply of various miscellaneous equipment. This contract, classified under the CPV code for miscellaneous equipment, is valued at £25,765. Delivered in the South West region of the United Kingdom, the tender process was completed as a single tender action, a direct procurement method below the threshold. The contract period began on 15 July 2024 and is set to end on 31 August 2024, covering the preparations and execution of the graduation ceremonies on Plymouth Hoe. The award for this contract was published on 25 September 2024.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses that specialise in event production and the supply of related equipment. SMEs, in particular, may find this contract appealing, given the specified suitability for small and medium-sized enterprises. Companies experienced in managing large-scale events and providing relevant supplies could benefit significantly from participating in future procurement processes of this nature. The successful supplier for this contract is KAOS Production Ltd, a Plymouth-based SME equipped to handle the detailed requirements of the University of Plymouth's graduation events.

## Notice

Graduation Ceremonies July 2024 - Pre-production, labour and supply of various miscellaneous equipment to facilitate the Graduation Ceremonies on Plymouth Hoe.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/594cb87d-45fd-452e-b54e-0bb57b642246 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 14 Jul 2024 - 31 Aug 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,765 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,765 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL4 8AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | Drake |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KAOS PRODUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39300000 - Miscellaneous equipment

## Release History

- 25 Sep 2024 at 13:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/594cb87d-45fd-452e-b54e-0bb57b642246

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/594cb87d-45fd-452e-b54e-0bb57b642246
  25th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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