---
title: "Marquee Framework (Graduation & Large Events)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ebf1"
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# Marquee Framework (Graduation & Large Events)

Buyer: CARDIFF UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ebf1

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## Summary

Cardiff University has awarded a contract for the Marquee Framework (Graduation & Large Events) to Field and Lawn Limited, marking the completion of the procurement process. The framework agreement, valued at £435,984.99 gross, will run from 6th March 2026 to 5th March 2028, with potential renewal options extending up to 2030. Situated in Cardiff, the procurement process utilised an open procedure under UKPGA legal basis 2023/54 and involved a competitive bid process where three bids were received. The contract encompasses goods delivery, specifically canopies, across the United Kingdom. The award was confirmed on 18th February 2026 following the tender phase, which concluded on 6th January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the event services sector, particularly those specialising in marquee supply and associated equipment hire. As the procurement was conducted through an open procedure, it was accessible for SMEs, making it ideal for businesses looking to expand within the public sector. Field and Lawn Limited, a medium-sized enterprise, successfully secured the contract, illustrating the potential for growth for similar organisations. The inclusion of a six-stage process to select the Most Advantageous Tender highlights the focus on quality and price, providing a fair competitive environment encouraging participation from reputable suppliers committed to service excellence.

## Notice

Cardiff University is awarding contract for Marquee Framework (Graduation & Large Events).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014874-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Mar 2026 - 5 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| Lots value | £600,000 |
| Awards value | £363,321 |
| Contracts value | £363,321 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CARDIFF UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF24 4HQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Cathays |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FIELD AND LAWN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 44115710 - Canopies
- 79952000 - Event services

## Release History

- 18 Feb 2026 at 15:16 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014874-2026
- 26 Jan 2026 at 17:05 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006841-2026
- 1 Dec 2025 at 13:18 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078486-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014874-2026
  18th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006841-2026
  26th January 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078486-2025
  1st December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/business/why-work-with-us/for-suppliers
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffuniversity/aspx/ProjectManage/1459
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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