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title: "DSE World Exhibition Event Build Stand"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02d2a6"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE"
published: "2021-08-09"
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# DSE World Exhibition Event Build Stand

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02d2a6

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## Summary

The Department for International Trade is planning a tender for the 'DSE World Exhibition Event Build Stand', which falls under the exhibition, fair, and congress organisation services category. The procurement process is currently at the planning stage, with a pre-market engagement virtual event scheduled for 24 August 2021. Interested parties are encouraged to register via the Market Communications and Research Dynamic Purchasing System and should reach out to CommercialMarEvents@trade.gov.uk for participation details. The estimated value of this contract is £3,600,000, with relevant delivery expected to take place in the UK.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in event management, stand design and construction, and related services. Companies that can demonstrate experience in managing high-profile events, have a flexible approach to last-minute changes, and possess the necessary accreditations with event bodies will be well-suited to compete. This opportunity also favours those with the capability to collaborate with UK Government initiatives, particularly in sectors focusing on defence and security exports.

## Notice

The procurement of a new events management agency who specialise in event stand builds. The agency will be required to design stands to the defined requirements that is consistent with that of UK DSE's audience of VVIP's, VIP's, ministerial and military delegations. The agency will be required to design, brand, construct/build and install/breakdown stands that promote UK Government and UK DSE utilising images and messages focused on the UK defence and security sector with regards to export. The stands must be flexible to ensure that when necessary changes can be implemented at late notice, with the ability to re-use elements to maintain a low carbon foot print and save on cost. Each stand should provide the option to have a dedicated project manager who would book exhibition space, liaise with UK companies (where applicable) and travel out to the event itself. The agency will also be expected to make all the necessary on-site arrangements for installation/breakdown, AV, power, rigging (where applicable) lighting, internet connections, freighting, drayage, on site handling, contractor's passes, stand disposal, have a project manager on site for the duration of the event with good communication skills to manage these requirements, provide professional catering and hosting, cleaning, and all auxiliary requirements. The agency will need to have appropriate accreditation with event and exhibition bodies (ESSA and The British Assessment Bureau) and ensure that stand design and construction complies with the regulations and requirements of the venue, event organisers, Health & Safety and security. A Pre-Market Engagement Virtual Event is due to take place 24 August 2021. Timing and further details of the event are to be confirmed. If you are interested in attending, please contact: CommercialMarEvents@trade.gov.uk Additionally please use the following link to register on the Market Communications and Research Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS), selecting the relevant links under the "Communications Marketplace" heading: https://supplierregistration.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/dps#research

### Lot Information

Lot 1

To provide an innovative design concept to attract UK and International VVIP's, VIP, ministerial and military delegations to the UK DSE stand and UK group. To ensure that there is a continuity of design recognised throughout the exhibitions programme to a high standard that meets the audience expectations. The agency needs to ensure the following: - Ability to deliver the first exhibition FIDAE 2022 (5-10 April 2022). - Provide an innovative design. - That the production quality meets that of the audience as specified. - To ensure that the contractor has the ability to adhere to the production schedules and deadlines, and that they are able to complete the exhibition programme to timelines agreed. - Has the ability to provide a robust service with a 24hr production/project management facility, for pre-production and installation/breakdown. - To be able to be flexible and adjust to changing project plans and accommodate alternations as required. - To be able to work within a specified budget. - That all health and safety, exhibitors/organisers and security regulations and rules are adhered to. - That they are able to demonstrate that they can work with and provide support to UK companies participating within the UK DSE groups. To be able meet their requirements as requested and agreed with UK DSE project manager. - To be able to provide an innovative design reflecting the DSE Brand Guidelines including but not specific to the 'arch' feature. - To be able to provide a quote for overseas shows inclusive of an overseas supplier.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019255-2021 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 10 Dec 2021 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,600,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 39154100 - Exhibition stands
- 79950000 - Exhibition, fair and congress organisation services

## Release History

- 9 Aug 2021 at 21:45 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019255-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://supplierregistration.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/dps#research
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-international-trade

## Provenance

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