Event locations for events 2027

Summary

The tender concerns the provision of event venues and related services for the 2027 AHEAD events. It is divided into four lots: six Check-in and Sprint events, two Bootcamps, one AHEAD Connect networking event, and two AHEAD Pitchnight networking events. Bids may be submitted for all lots, and one bidder may be awarded all lots. The contract period is 16 February 2027 to 16 December 2027, with bids due electronically by 6 October 2026 at 11:00. The award is based on the highest overall score: price accounts for 35% and quality for 65%. Quality covers the venue, possible uses, furniture and equipment, catering, flexibility, and accessibility. Bidders must submit complete suitability documents, the relevant price sheets and concept-and-equipment forms, required declarations, and the tariff-compliance statement.