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Published 27 Nov 2024, 12:52 GMT

Official UK procurement notice

Provision of Event Services Framework

Official notice

Authority: University of Exeter (Central government)

Framework agreement4 lotsServicesOpen procedure
Framework ceiling (notional)£800,000total for 4 lots · framework ceiling, not attributable revenue
Submissions closed 3 Jan 2025
Lots 4see the lot list below

What is being bought4 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

Event Exeter, operating as part of the University of Exeter, is responsible for overseeing all events held across its Streatham and St Luke’s campuses. These events span a broad range of sizes and types, from smaller functions for approximately 100 attendees to large-scale concerts and gatherings for up to 1,700 guests. Events are held year-round, with security needs adapted to meet the unique demands of each occasion. To successfully run these events we are looking for a range of suppliers to join our internal framework from which we will call off as needed. The areas we require are security, medical cover, marquee hire and furniture and equipment hire, detailed in four separate lots.

  • Recurrence: 2030

CPV: Conference-room furniture · Event services · Miscellaneous equipment · Miscellaneous furniture · Miscellaneous furniture and equipment · Security services · Services provided by medical personnel · Supply services of medical personnel

Lots and requirements (4)Procurement structure

4 lots · all with a published value
Lot #1Event Security ServicesRenewal South WestPublished value£550,000

Event Exeter, part of the University of Exeter, manages events across its Streatham and St Luke’s campuses, requiring professional security to ensure safety, licensing compliance, and venue integrity. Events range from small functions to large gatherings of up to 1,700 attendees, with 50–60 events annually. Some occasions need up to 50 security staff for crowd control and access management. Enhanced measures may be required for high-risk events or overnight protection of venues and equipment. Additional information: Attached as document

Delivery: South West
Extensions: 2 further 12 month extensions availableVariant bids: not allowed
Lot #2Event Medical CoverRenewal UK, South WestPublished value£95,000

To ensure the health, safety, and welfare of all attendees, Event Exeter includes event medical cover as a critical component in its planning and risk assessment procedures for specific events. Cover will be required year-round, with staffing and resource levels determined by event demand. Event Exeter will work closely with the medical provider to ensure adequate notice for staffing requirements, with flexible arrangements to accommodate events booked with shorter lead times. Additional information: Attached as document

Delivery: UK, South West
Extensions: 2 further 12 month extensions availableVariant bids: not allowed
Lot #3Marquee HireRenewal South WestPublished value£135,000

We periodically require marquees for events such as conferences, open days, and corporate gatherings. These adaptable structures must suit diverse needs, including seating, dining, staging, and exhibitions. Requirements vary by event, encompassing different sizes, designs, flooring, lighting, and climate control. The aim is to provide tailored, weather-resistant spaces that ensure comfort, functionality, and alignment with each event’s theme and needs. Additional information: Attached as document

Delivery: South West
Extensions: 2 further 12 month extensions availableVariant bids: not allowed
Lot #4Furniture & Equipment HireRenewal South WestPublished value£35,000

Event Exeter, part of the University of Exeter, oversees events on the Streatham and St Luke’s campuses, providing furniture and equipment as needed. For specialised requirements, such as seating, staging, or lighting, external hire is used to tailor setups for events ranging from small gatherings to large conferences. Working with trusted suppliers, Event Exeter ensures safety, quality, and flexibility, delivering customised solutions for academic, corporate, and formal functions. Additional information: Attached as document

Delivery: South West
Extensions: 2 further 12 month extensions availableVariant bids: not allowed

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The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
What this means for your bid
  • “Provision of Event Services Framework” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, not a single contract.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record
Procedure method
Open procedure
Legal basis
CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
Procurement category
Services
Notice status
Closed
Procurement threshold
Unspecified in notice
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Framework agreement
Who may use this agreement
Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Yes (GPA)
Recurring procurement
Yes · 2030
First published
27 Nov 2024, 12:52 GMT
Last source update
9 Dec 2024, 13:46 GMT
Award evaluation window
3 Jan 2025 – …
Authority reference
UOE/2024/023/JT
FTS notice number
2024/S 000-039621
Classification (CPV)
Conference-room furnitureEvent servicesMiscellaneous equipmentMiscellaneous furnitureMiscellaneous furniture and equipmentSecurity servicesServices provided by medical personnelSupply services of medical personnel
Delivery area
UKSouth West (UKK)
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c068 Find a Tender

How it was run

Official notice
Run through: EU-Supply (CTM) · Who buys & how to bid on EU-Supply
Public notice page · account needed to bidLanguage: EN
Access & registration note: Free · 5–10 minutes
Appointment period ends
3 Jan 2025, 12:00 GMT
Submission channel
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Accepted languages
en
Bids opened
3 Jan 2025, 12:00 GMT
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

Timeline

9 Dec 2024 → 3 Jan 2025 · 3 dates
  1. Notice published
    9 Dec 2024, 13:46 GMT
  2. Admission / appointment period endsperiod end, not a bid countdown
    3 Jan 2025, 12:00 GMT
  3. Bids opened
    3 Jan 2025, 12:00 GMT

Notice history

2 releases on Find a Tender
Published amendments (1)

Deadline has been extended until 17/01/25 at 12 noon.

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

University of Exeter

Contracting authorityCentral GovernmentBody governed by public lawEducation RC000653 Northcote House, Exeter, South West, EX4 4QHContact name, email, phone Published organisation website ↗

Dispute resolution & review bodies

  • royal Court of JusticeReview body London

Official documents & specifications (2)

Official links; attachments are not copied

Tender pack and attachments

  • Technical selection criteriatenderTechnical selection criteria
  • Economic and financial selection criteriatenderEconomic and financial selection criteria