--- title: "Events Management Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066244" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-066244" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-066244.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-066244.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORTH EAST COMBINED AUTHORITY" published: "2026-04-15" --- # Events Management Framework Buyer: NORTH EAST COMBINED AUTHORITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066244 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-066244) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-066244.json) ## Summary The North East Combined Authority (North East CA), located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom, is actively inviting qualified suppliers to tender for the Events Management Framework. This procurement process is in the tender stage as of April 2026, with a deadline for submission on 7th May 2026 and clarifications due by 29th April. The aim is to establish a framework for event management services that will aid in planning, delivering, and evaluating regional events in line with strategic priorities. The process employs an open procedure under a light touch contract regime, with the tender valued at £240,000 gross. This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in advertising and marketing services, particularly those adept at delivering high-quality event management. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, with the potential for contract renewal extending up to two more years beyond the initial two-year term. This framework supports regional initiatives, enabling businesses to showcase their capabilities and forge connections with local communities and stakeholders, offering a platform for growth and increased visibility in the UKC region. ## Notice The North East Combined Authority (North East CA) is inviting suitably qualified and experienced suppliers to tender for appointment to a framework agreement for event management services. The framework will support North East CA and its partners in the planning, delivery and evaluation of key agreed events that showcase and promote regional initiatives to a range of audiences, including businesses, stakeholders and local communities. High-quality, well-targeted and professionally managed events are a key part of how the North East CA engages partners, communicates strategic priorities and demonstrates the impact of regional programmes. Please note the deadline for clarifications is 29th April. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: Contract is for a period of 2 years with the option to extend by a maximum of a further 2 years (12 months per potential extension so 2 + 1 + 1). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034035-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 7 May 2026 | | Future notice date | 24 Apr 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 1 Jun 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £200,000 | | Lots value | £200,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NORTH EAST COMBINED AUTHORITY | | Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE4 5BZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside | | Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Electoral ward | Arthur's Hill | | Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West | | Delivery location | TLC14 Durham, TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79340000 - Advertising and marketing services ## Release History - 15 Apr 2026 at 09:09 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034035-2026 - 1 Apr 2026 at 08:45 - PlanningUpdate - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030129-2026 - 4 Mar 2026 at 14:52 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019551-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034035-2026 15th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030129-2026 1st April 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019551-2026 4th March 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.open-uk.org/ Tender documents available OPEN2026405 ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.open-uk.org/REF:OPEN2026405 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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