---
title: "Graduation Celebrations"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050506"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050506.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT"
published: "2025-04-17"
---

# Graduation Celebrations

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050506

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## Summary

The University of Kent, located in Canterbury, has concluded the procurement process for the "Graduation Celebrations" services, categorised under catering services. This process, under the direct procurement method classified as "Below threshold - without competition," has reached the award stage with contracts awarded on 17 April 2025. The procurement services include provision of food, drink, equipment, and venue hire for graduation events scheduled for May 2025 through April 2026. The estimated contract value is £50,000 with a total gross amount reaching £60,000. The key contractor for this service is WESTGATE COMMUNITY TRUST (CANTERBURY) LTD.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialised in catering, event management, and equipment hiring. SMEs, particularly those experienced in handling large-scale events and capable of providing comprehensive services involving logistics, food and beverage supply, and venue management, would find this tender notably beneficial. Such contracts not only enhance business portfolios but also foster partnerships with recognised institutions like the University of Kent, further expanding market reach and reputation in the industry.

## Notice

Provision of services for Celebrations for Students and parents during the course of Congregations. Food, Drink, Equipment and Venue Hire for 3 celebraties per day for the week of Congregations at Canterbury. Numbers of people that turn up are not always known ; deposit paid in advance, and then final bill received after events have taken place. this cost is based on total cost, inclusive of food, drink, venue hire and deposit from last year. Estimated cost - PS50,000

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016020-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £50,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT |
| Locality | CANTERBURY |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT2 7NZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Canterbury |
| Electoral ward | Blean Forest |
| Westminster constituency | Canterbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WESTGATE COMMUNITY TRUST (CANTERBURY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 17 Apr 2025 at 14:56 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016020-2025
- 17 Apr 2025 at 14:13 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015980-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016020-2025
  17th April 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015980-2025
  17th April 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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