--- title: "Event Marquees for Littlehampton Town Council 2026 - 2029" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-60b10698-830e-4f1c-a0d8-c6933dd08b8b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-60b10698-830e-4f1c-a0d8-c6933dd08b8b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-60b10698-830e-4f1c-a0d8-c6933dd08b8b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-60b10698-830e-4f1c-a0d8-c6933dd08b8b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LITTLEHAMPTON TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2026-03-03" --- # Event Marquees for Littlehampton Town Council 2026 - 2029 Buyer: LITTLEHAMPTON TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-60b10698-830e-4f1c-a0d8-c6933dd08b8b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-60b10698-830e-4f1c-a0d8-c6933dd08b8b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-60b10698-830e-4f1c-a0d8-c6933dd08b8b.json) ## Summary Littlehampton Town Council is seeking a contractor to provide event marquees and furniture for their core events and national celebrations from 2026 to 2029. Located in Littlehampton, West Sussex, the Council requires services that align with its vision to enhance the town's profile through quality and safe events. The procurement process is currently in the tender amendment stage, with the latest change dated 3 March 2026. The open procedure, valued at £42,500, invites submissions to be sent via email or post by this closing date. The contract period will commence on 1 April 2026 and conclude on 31 March 2029. This tender falls under the industry categories of furniture and furnishings, with additional classifications in installation and recreational services. This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in event management, marquee construction, and furniture provision, particularly those meeting the preferences for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Successful bidders can benefit from long-term collaboration with Littlehampton Town Council, gaining exposure through high-profile events and national celebrations. Firms that demonstrate excellence in delivering high-quality, professional setups with aesthetics will be well-positioned to compete. Prompt responsiveness to operational challenges and adhering to safety and accessibility standards will further enhance their chances for success. ## Notice Littlehampton Town Council is looking for a contractor that will deliver high quality, professional services that meet the Council's vision to produce quality, safe events that enhance the profile of the Town and visitors. This contract will cover two core events in the annual calendar, as well as additional national celebrations, which may happen during the duration of the contract. Appendix A outlines the dates for 2026. Most events take place around the same date each year. The successful contractor will be expected to provide well-constructed marquees and suitable furniture, ensuring safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing setups across all events. This includes working within agreed budgets, responding promptly to operational issues, and collaborating with the Council to maintain the highest standards of safety, accessibility, and professionalism. Tender submissions must meet all the listed requirements in the invitation to tender and the full submission should be sent to the Town Clerk via email tenders@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk or posted to the Town Clerk, Event Support Tender, Littlehampton Town Council, Manor House, Church Street, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5EW by the closing date of 3 March 2026. Additional pictures or information that might help the Council to reach a decision are welcomed as part of the tender. Any queries are welcome and should be sent to rmarshall@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cbb812e-2cfa-4e9c-9119-85edbffd6d16 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 4 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £42,500 | | 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 | LITTLEHAMPTON TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | LITTLEHAMPTON | | Post town | Brighton | | Postcode | BN17 5EW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex | | ITL 3 | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) | | Local authority | Arun | | Electoral ward | River | | Westminster constituency | Bognor Regis and Littlehampton | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products - 51 - Installation services (except software) - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products - 51000000 - Installation services (except software) - 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services - 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services ## Release History - 3 Mar 2026 at 08:44 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cbb812e-2cfa-4e9c-9119-85edbffd6d16 - 16 Feb 2026 at 14:57 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cbb812e-2cfa-4e9c-9119-85edbffd6d16 - 13 Feb 2026 at 11:47 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cbb812e-2cfa-4e9c-9119-85edbffd6d16 - 12 Feb 2026 at 12:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cbb812e-2cfa-4e9c-9119-85edbffd6d16 - 11 Feb 2026 at 14:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cbb812e-2cfa-4e9c-9119-85edbffd6d16 - 11 Feb 2026 at 10:13 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cbb812e-2cfa-4e9c-9119-85edbffd6d16 - 4 Feb 2026 at 14:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cbb812e-2cfa-4e9c-9119-85edbffd6d16 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cbb812e-2cfa-4e9c-9119-85edbffd6d16 3rd March 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9e3a9aa4-9baa-4f70-930f-397a411a5a8c Invitation to Tender - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fdc3c377-fb93-41b1-9007-7393eba5f494 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a31ccf26-b87d-475e-9165-96c3e7863fc6 Question and Answer document - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4f9e6432-b121-4757-9cce-b80a70bf7a89 Question and Answer document - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c89ee202-107d-4d79-8f31-890afd0a8dda Tender notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b4490826-c0f5-49a0-8f07-04d142515b95 Question and answer document - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ee1558bb-91cf-4573-bc96-03fbd7aa9620 Question and answer document ## Notice URLs - https://www.littlehampton-tc.gov.uk/tenders ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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