---
title: "SFO/ExtRel/Venuehire"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e812"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SERIOUS FRAUD OFFICE"
published: "2025-12-12"
---

# SFO/ExtRel/Venuehire

Buyer: SERIOUS FRAUD OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e812

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## Summary

The Serious Fraud Office (SFO), a central government public authority based in London, has completed the procurement process for venue hire services for a two-day event in May 2026. The contract was awarded to The Drapers' Company, a large supplier situated in London, United Kingdom. The procurement method used was direct awarding, a below-threshold process without competition. The contract, with a gross value of £22,876.80, covers venue booking, catering, and security costs for hotel meeting and conference services, with key dates including signing on 25th November 2025 and maintenance of this contract between 5th to 6th May 2026.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for companies involved in hospitality, event management, and related services. Large-scale businesses that offer comprehensive venue solutions, including catering and security, are particularly well-suited to compete for similar tenders. The procurement seeks suppliers that can provide efficient, high-quality services to meet the specific requirements of government organisations. Direct awards such as this allow businesses to build strong relationships with public sector entities, fostering growth and stability in the industry.

## Notice

Venue Hire for an external event 2 day event in May 2026. Total hire amount is PS19,064 (not inc. VAT). Multiple venues considered and quotes obtained leading to a direct award.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082330-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 4 May 2026 - 6 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £19,064 |
| Contracts value | £19,064 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SERIOUS FRAUD OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1Y 5BS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE DRAPERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55120000 - Hotel meeting and conference services

## Release History

- 12 Dec 2025 at 10:27 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082330-2025
- 25 Nov 2025 at 11:08 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076774-2025
- 25 Nov 2025 at 10:38 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076750-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082330-2025
  12th December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076774-2025
  25th November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076750-2025
  25th November 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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