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title: "PROVISION OF MARQUEE, TEMPORARY STRUCTURES AND EQUIPMENT HIRE, WITH ASSOCIATED SERVICES - University of Aberdeen"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04961c"
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# PROVISION OF MARQUEE, TEMPORARY STRUCTURES AND EQUIPMENT HIRE, WITH ASSOCIATED SERVICES - University of Aberdeen

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04961c

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## Summary

The University of Aberdeen has awarded a contract for the provision of marquees, temporary structures, and equipment hire with associated services. This contract, categorized under event services (CPV code 79952000), is crucial for various university events, including graduations, Freshers' Week, May Festival, and other high-profile gatherings. The procurement process, carried out through an open procedure, has now reached the award stage, with the contract being signed on 11 April 2025. Esslemont Marquees, a small to medium-sized enterprise located in Aberdeen, has been selected as the supplier. The contract, valued at £315,000, is initially for three years, with the possibility of four one-year extensions, subject to mutual agreement. The primary location for these services is in the UK region UKM50.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for suppliers in the events and equipment hire industry. Businesses specialising in temporary structures, catering events, and associated support services can find this contract highly beneficial, given its recurring nature and substantial contract period. SMEs, particularly those with expertise in providing quality event setups and equipment, stand to gain from this contract, contributing to various key university events throughout the academic year. Engaging in this procurement can help suppliers establish a strong portfolio in the education sector and build a lasting relationship with one of Scotland’s leading universities, broadening their market presence and boosting their business growth.

## Notice

Award of contract for provision of Marquee, Temporary Structures and Equipment Hire with Associated Services for events held by the University of Aberdeen such as graduations, freshers fairs etc.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Award ofcontract for the provision of marquee, temporary structures and equipment hire with associated services for an initial term of 3 years with 4 possible extensions periods, each of 1 year, subject to mutual agreement. The University utilises marquees to hold events during the course of the academic year. The primary use is for set activities such as for Graduation twice per year and also for May Festival, Freshers' Week and other high profile University events. In addition, there are other ad hoc and special events which are organised throughout the year and overall activities therefore vary from year to year. Activities taking place within the marquees include catered events (both hot and cold), drinks receptions, meals/dinners, performances / music and student activities such as Freshers' Fayres. The University may vary the marquee requirements based on the type of event, as institutional or event needs change and would discuss these with the Supplier at the earliest possible opportunity. Any changes to requirements or additional works will be confirmed in writing and a fresh quote requested for the change in services.

Renewal: 4 possible extensions periods, each of 1 year, subject to mutual agreement

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014759-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £315,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB24 3FX |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ESSLEMONT MARQUEES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79952000 - Event services

## Release History

- 11 Apr 2025 at 15:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014759-2025
- 28 Aug 2024 at 15:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027482-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.abdn.ac.uk/procurement
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000776506
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00102
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html?VISITORID=fcad6e8d-f138-4ad4-9225-7a79d842b262&_ncp=1715248066272.37289-1

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