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title: "PROVISION OF MARQUEE, TEMPORARY STRUCTURES AND EQUIPMENT HIRE, WITH ASSOCIATED SERVICES - University of Aberdeen"
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# PROVISION OF MARQUEE, TEMPORARY STRUCTURES AND EQUIPMENT HIRE, WITH ASSOCIATED SERVICES - University of Aberdeen

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000776506

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## Summary

The University of Aberdeen has completed the procurement process for contract AU23/57, titled "Provision of Marquee, Temporary Structures and Equipment Hire, with Associated Services". This contract, falling under the services category, includes the provision of marquees and related equipment for university events such as graduations, freshers' fairs, and the May Festival. The contract has been awarded to Esslemont Marquees, based in Aberdeen, and was signed on 11 April 2025. The procurement process utilised an open procedure method, and the total contract value is £315,000. This contract spans an initial term of three years, with the possibility of four one-year extensions, subject to mutual agreement.

This tender opens considerable opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in event management, temporary structures, and equipment hire. Businesses with expertise in providing high-quality, scalable event solutions that can cater to a variety of university events would find this contract advantageous. With multiple high-profile events and additional ad hoc occasions, the ongoing demand for flexible and reliable services provides a stable and potentially lucrative partnership. The balanced award criteria of 50% technical and 50% price ensure that businesses equipped with innovative and cost-effective solutions are well-positioned to succeed.

## Notice

Award of contract for provision of Marquee, Temporary Structures and Equipment Hire with Associated Services for events held by the University of Aberdeen such as graduations, freshers fairs etc.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Award ofcontract for the provision of marquee, temporary structures and equipment hire with associated services for an initial term of 3 years with 4 possible extensions periods, each of 1 year, subject to mutual agreement. The University utilises marquees to hold events during the course of the academic year. The primary use is for set activities such as for Graduation twice per year and also for May Festival, Freshers' Week and other high profile University events. In addition, there are other ad hoc and special events which are organised throughout the year and overall activities therefore vary from year to year. Activities taking place within the marquees include catered events (both hot and cold), drinks receptions, meals/dinners, performances / music and student activities such as Freshers' Fayres. The University may vary the marquee requirements based on the type of event, as institutional or event needs change and would discuss these with the Supplier at the earliest possible opportunity. Any changes to requirements or additional works will be confirmed in writing and a fresh quote requested for the change in services.

Renewal: 4 possible extensions periods, each of 1 year, subject to mutual agreement

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528239 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £315,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB24 3FX |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ESSLEMONT MARQUEES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79952000 - Event services

## Release History

- 11 Apr 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528239
- 28 Aug 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG513043

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG513043
  PROVISION OF MARQUEE, TEMPORARY STRUCTURES AND EQUIPMENT HIRE, WITH ASSOCIATED SERVICES - University of Aberdeen - Provision of Marquee, Temporary Structures and Equipment Hire with Associated Services for events held by the University of Aberdeen such as graduations, freshers fairs etc.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528239
  PROVISION OF MARQUEE, TEMPORARY STRUCTURES AND EQUIPMENT HIRE, WITH ASSOCIATED SERVICES - University of Aberdeen - Award of contract for provision of Marquee, Temporary Structures and Equipment Hire with Associated Services for events held by the University of Aberdeen such as graduations, freshers fairs etc.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.abdn.ac.uk/procurement
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000776506
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html?VISITORID=fcad6e8d-f138-4ad4-9225-7a79d842b262&_ncp=1715248066272.37289-1

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