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title: "Hire of Marquees"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b192c050-3e26-4256-86b3-d222469e6076"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
published: "2017-07-24"
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# Hire of Marquees

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b192c050-3e26-4256-86b3-d222469e6076

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is inviting tenders for the provision of marquees to be used at various events throughout the year on its campuses. The contract titled "Hire of Marquees" falls under the services category, specifically involving tents, with an estimated value of £1,000,000 and a minimum contract value of £800,000. The procurement is currently at the Tender stage, with submissions due by 26th July 2017. The contract period will commence from 1st October 2017 and run until 30th September 2021, based in Edgbaston, West Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in event management, marquee hire, and related services to expand their clientele and contracts, particularly those that can offer flexible solutions for diverse event needs. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the contract is suitable for their involvement, providing a platform to showcase their capabilities in delivering high-quality event infrastructure.

## Notice

Provision of marquees for a number of events and functions throughout the year held on University sites. The type and size of marquee required will vary depending on the type of event. For example the University's Conference Park has a licence for weddings so high quality marquee with table, chairs and colour coordinated linen, decorations etc. would be required however for other events a more basic and less expensive option may be preferable and in some cases the University's Events team will arrange seating decor etc Additional information: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d49042a0-a641-45d7-a125-234777050a8a |
| 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 | 24 Jul 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2017 - 30 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | EDGBASTON |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 39522530 - Tents

## Release History

- 24 Jul 2017 at 13:58 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d49042a0-a641-45d7-a125-234777050a8a
- 6 Jul 2017 at 13:13 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d49042a0-a641-45d7-a125-234777050a8a
- 6 Jul 2017 at 13:13 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d49042a0-a641-45d7-a125-234777050a8a
- 6 Jul 2017 at 13:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d49042a0-a641-45d7-a125-234777050a8a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d49042a0-a641-45d7-a125-234777050a8a
  24th July 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham

## Provenance

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