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# National Gallery Events Supplier Framework

Source: [Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/national-gallery-events-supplier-framework-ocds-h6vhtk-07b757). UK public procurement intelligence compiled from official UK procurement notices.

> **Notice summary:** The National Gallery wishes to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of Event Services for events held across Gallery sites. The Framework will consist of 5 lots, namely: Catering; Floristry; Production; Furniture; Entertainment. Suppliers must demonstrate the resources, expertise and operational capability to meet the demands of a unique public building and a wide range of clients and event formats. Appointments are made directly by the client, and inclusion does not guarantee any minimum level of work, either directly from the Gallery or from clients. Published lot titles: Caterers; Floristry; Production; Furniture Hire; Entertainment.

## Key Information
- **Status:** ACTIVE (open for submissions, 24 days left when this document was generated)
- **Buyer:** [The National Gallery](https://tenderline.uk/buyers/the-national-gallery-gov-pb174)
- **Framework Ceiling (notional):** £22,720,000 (GBP)
- **Submission Deadline:** 4 December 2026 at 12:00 GMT
- **Lots:** 5
- **Procurement Method:** Competitive flexible procedure
- **Main Category:** services
- **Classifications (CPV):** Audio-visual equipment, Catering services, Entertainment services, Event services, Floral-display services (+1 more)
- **Delivery Location:** UKI32
- **Legal Basis:** UKPGA 2023/54
- **Official Documents:** 3 published documents & notices ([view on Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/national-gallery-events-supplier-framework-ocds-h6vhtk-07b757#documents))
- **OCID:** `ocds-h6vhtk-07b757`

## Before you bid
Deciding whether to bid? The Tenderline page for this tender carries the competition and buyer analysis this notice does not:

- **Expected competition:** 5-7 bids per lot (model forecast for 5 of 5 lots), with the distribution from past awards in the same market.
- **Who could compete:** suppliers who have won similar work, and who holds the current contract.
- **Buyer track record:** earlier work for this buyer, its unexpired awards, and how its awards compared with its estimates.
- **Price forecast:** not shown for these lots; the published data do not support one.

- **What it takes to win:** selection and award criteria, lot by lot.
- **Contract history:** what this tender replaces, and every notice in the procedure.

[Open the competition and buyer analysis](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/national-gallery-events-supplier-framework-ocds-h6vhtk-07b757#tl-md)

## Submission
- **Submission Platform:** [delta-esourcing.com](/out?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.delta-esourcing.com%2Frespond%2FKZ376HH8J8)
- **How to bid:** https://tenderline.uk/tenders/national-gallery-events-supplier-framework-ocds-h6vhtk-07b757#participate

## Description
The National Gallery wishes to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of Event Services for events held across Gallery sites. The Framework will consist of 5 lots, namely: Catering; Floristry; Production; Furniture; Entertainment
The Gallery's ambitious and evolving events programme ranges from intimate receptions and dinners to exhibition openings, film screenings, experiential events, major brand activations and exclusive Gallery takeovers. Events can accommodate up to 2,000 guests, with multiple events taking place simultaneously.
Every event should contribute positively to the Gallery's reputation, deliver exceptional guest experiences, broaden audience engagement and generate vital income in support of the Gallery's charitable and cultural objectives. 
The Framework is intended for experienced suppliers with a proven track record of delivering high-quality events in prestigious, heritage, cultural or similarly complex venues. Suppliers must demonstrate the resources, expertise and operational capability to meet the demands of a unique public building and a wide range of clients and event formats.
We are seeking creative, forward-thinking partners who bring fresh ideas and develop imaginative, practical and commercially viable solutions that enhance the Gallery's events offer and guest experience
The Approved Supplier List supports external clients including Corporate Members and Sponsors, Venue Hire Clients and Donors. Appointments are made directly by the client, and inclusion does not guarantee any minimum level of work, either directly from the Gallery or from clients. A 10% commission is payable to the Gallery on contracts awarded through the Approved Supplier List.
This Framework Agreement will operate for a period of four years.  Note that the values for each Lot are estimates only and actuals may vary; these estimates include spend by external clients as well as Gallery spend.

## Lots (5)
### Lot 1: Caterers
- **Lot id:** `1`
- **Status:** active
- **CPV codes:** 55520000, 79952000
- **Delivery regions:** UKI
- **Delivery countries in notice:** GB
- **Estimated Value:** £15,500,000
- **Description:** The Gallery requires suppliers who provide event catering services,  capable of adapting to a wide range of client expectations, budgets and event formats, providing creative, practical and commercially viable solutions that uphold the Gallery's stan...
- **Contract Period:** 01/06/2027 to 31/05/2031

### Lot 2: Floristry
- **Lot id:** `2`
- **Status:** active
- **CPV codes:** 77330000, 79952000
- **Delivery regions:** UKI
- **Delivery countries in notice:** GB
- **Estimated Value:** £1,220,000
- **Description:** The suppliers shall provide a range of floristry services to the Gallery for events. The floral displays supplied shall be of an exceptionally high standard and reflect the Gallery's reputation as one of the most important galleries in the world.
Mov...
- **Contract Period:** 01/06/2027 to 31/05/2031

### Lot 3: Production
- **Lot id:** `3`
- **Status:** active
- **CPV codes:** 32321200, 79952000
- **Delivery regions:** UKI
- **Delivery countries in notice:** GB
- **Estimated Value:** £5,200,000
- **Description:** The suppliers shall provide a range of technical services to the Gallery, which shall include some or all of: lighting, audio, video, rigging and staging, project management. The suppliers shall have access to a suitable range of products, either as ...
- **Contract Period:** 01/06/2027 to 31/05/2031

### Lot 4: Furniture Hire
- **Lot id:** `4`
- **Status:** active
- **CPV codes:** 39151000, 79952000
- **Delivery regions:** UKI
- **Delivery countries in notice:** GB
- **Estimated Value:** £450,000
- **Description:** The Gallery requires suppliers to provide a range of event furniture, capable of adapting to a wide range of client expectations, budgets and event formats, providing creative, practical and commercially viable solutions that uphold the Gallery's sta...
- **Contract Period:** 01/06/2027 to 31/05/2031

### Lot 5: Entertainment
- **Lot id:** `5`
- **Status:** active
- **CPV codes:** 79952000, 92300000
- **Delivery regions:** UKI
- **Delivery countries in notice:** GB
- **Estimated Value:** £350,000
- **Description:** The Gallery requires a range of entertainment options for private and corporate client events as well as to make use of for our own events. The suppliers must be able to respond to a range of briefs and budgets, providing entertainment that is befitt...
- **Contract Period:** 01/06/2027 to 31/05/2031

## Provenance and Official Sources
- **Official Notice:** [Find a Tender notice](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.find-tender.service.gov.uk%2FNotice%2F106123-2026)
- **Last Source Update:** 2026-11-09T11:20:06.000Z
- **This document generated:** 2026-11-09T12:58:50.283Z
- **Machine API:** https://tenderline.uk/api/public/tenders/ocds-h6vhtk-07b757