---
title: "West Midlands Tourism Awards 2026 Venue Hire & Catering"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0610db"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST MIDLANDS GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED"
published: "2026-01-28"
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# West Midlands Tourism Awards 2026 Venue Hire & Catering

Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0610db

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## Summary

The West Midlands Growth Company Limited organised a procurement process for the "West Midlands Tourism Awards 2026" focusing on venue hire and catering services within the UK, particularly in the West Midlands region. This contract, with procurement number 2025-WMGC-0644, falls under the services category with a limited procurement method specified as below threshold - limited competition. The contract was awarded on 9th December 2025, covering the period from 9th December 2025 to 17th March 2026, indicating that the procurement stage has progressed from planning to award. Key criteria included hosting capacity, hospitality quality, and location accessibility, with the ultimate award to TB Resort Operations Limited to ensure a high-standard event showcase.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in high-quality event venues and catering services. Businesses with the capability to provide banquet-style setups for at least 300 guests, and those located within the West Midlands with accessible transportation options, could particularly benefit. Such opportunities favour small and medium-sized enterprises capable of delivering professional hospitality services and enhancing the experience with additional facilities for sponsors and VIPs, as outlined in the contract requirements. With a gross contract value of £30,685, businesses positioned within this scope can leverage these specifications to secure similar prestigious contracts in the future.

## Notice

The West Midlands Growth Company (WMGC) is seeking a high-quality venue to host the West Midlands Tourism Awards 2026. The Awards celebrate tourism businesses that enhance the West Midlands' reputation as a world-class destination for national and international visitors. The event will take place in spring 2026 and requires a venue capable of hosting at least 300 guests in a banquet-style setting. The chosen venue must deliver a seamless, professional experience for guests, finalists, sponsors, and VIPs, reflecting the prestige and excellence the awards celebrate. The requirements for the venue are: * Accommodate minimum 300 guests in a banquet-style setup, with space for a stage, AV equipment, and entertainment. * Be located within the West Midlands region with easy access to major roads and public transport. * Deliver high-quality hospitality, including a three-course plated meal with dietary options. * Provide professional, experienced event service staff throughout the evening. * Offer on-site or nearby parking and accommodation. * Allow access from mid-day for setup, rehearsals, and AV testing. * Offer added-value experiences for sponsors and VIPs, e.g., exclusive tours, behind-the-scenes access, or branded hospitality areas. * Provide digital signage or display screens for sponsor branding and event messaging. * Reflect the prestige and celebratory nature of an awards event.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007572-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Dec 2025 - 17 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £25,570 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST MIDLANDS GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 6AT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TB RESORT OPERATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55120000 - Hotel meeting and conference services

## Release History

- 28 Jan 2026 at 12:41 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007572-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007572-2026
  28th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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