Published date: 4 February 2026

Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract.


Closing: 3 March 2026, 12am

Contract summary

Industry

  • Recreational, cultural and sporting services - 92000000

  • Other community, social and personal services - 98000000

Location of contract

BN17 5EW

Value of contract

£23,500 to £28,500

Procurement reference

LTC/RM/EVENTSUPPORT

Published date

4 February 2026

Closing date

3 March 2026

Closing time

12am

Contract start date

1 April 2026

Contract end date

31 March 2029

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Open procedure (above threshold)

Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.

This procedure can be used for procurements above the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

No

Description

Littlehampton Town Council is looking for a contractor that will deliver high quality, professional services that meet the Council's vision to produce quality, safe events that enhance the profile of the Town and visitors.

This contract will cover eight core events in the annual calendar, as well as additional national celebrations, which may happen during the duration of the contract. Appendix A outlines the dates for 2026.
Most events take place around the same date each year. The successful contractor will be expected to provide a reliable, well-trained team to deliver effective event support across all events. This includes working within agreed budgets, responding promptly to operational or safety incidents, and collaborating with the Council to maintain the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and visitor experience. The successful contractor's role will include crowd management, implementing road closures in line with approved traffic plans, and supporting the Littlehampton Town Council Events team throughout the event to ensure smooth delivery and public safety.

Tender submissions must meet all the listed requirements in the invitation to tender and the full submission should be sent to the Town Clerk via email tenders@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk or posted to the Town Clerk, Event Support Tender, Littlehampton Town Council, Manor House, Church Street, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5EW by the closing date of 3 March 2026.

More information

Attachments

Additional text

If you would like to meet with us or make a site visit, please call 01903 732063 and
ask for Rachel or e-mail rmarshall@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk

How to apply

Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.

About the buyer

Contact name

Rachel Marshall

Address

Manor House
Church Street
LITTLEHAMPTON
BN175EW
England

Telephone

01903723063

Email

rmarshall@littlehampton-tc.gov.uk

Website

https://www.littlehampton-tc.gov.uk/tenders