Events Management Framework

North East Combined AuthoritycontractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-066244Procurement Act 2023Light-touch servicesSME suitableVCSE suitableclosed for bids
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Estimated value

£200k

services

Awarded value

Suppliers

0

Lots

1

0 awarded

Published

15 Apr 2026

Deadline 07 May 2026

Description

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.

Scope

Reference
OPEN2026405
Total value
£200,000 excluding VAT
£240,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
31 May 2026 to 01 Jun 2028
Possible extension to 01 Jun 2030

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).

Main category
services
CPV classifications
79340000
Contract locations
North East England, United Kingdom
North East England, United Kingdom
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)

Award criteria

Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.

NameDescriptionTypeWeighting
Qualityquality80.00%
Priceprice20.00%

Submission & procedure

Enquiry deadline
29 Apr 2026, 10:59 pm
Submission deadline
07 May 2026, 4:00 pm
Submission address
https://www.open-uk.org/ REF: OPEN2026405
Electronic submission
Yes
Procedure
Open procedure