The Event Management Framework 2 (EMF2)

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Published: Jun 12, 2026

Updated: Jun 20, 2026

Source: uk_fts

About This Opportunity

This is a supplies contract in the governance and public administration sector. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 31.0 million.

Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the governance and public administration sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This is an advance notice — the formal tender is expected to be published shortly. Interested parties can use this time to prepare documentation and identify potential partners.

Description

The Event Management Framework 2 (EMF2) is being developed by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) to provide a modern, flexible, and accessible route to market for government event requirements. The framework will enable departments and arm’s-length bodies to procure specialist Tier 2 event goods and services in a consistent, structured, and efficient way.
EMF2 is being procured as an Open Framework structured into the following lots:
Lot 1 - Stewarding, Crowd Management & Event Operations
Covers stewarding, crowd control, and operational staffing required to support safe and effective event delivery.
Includes:
1A Stewarding Services
1B Event Operations Staffing
Lot 2 - Security, Accreditation & Screening Services
Covers event security support functions, including access control, screening, surveillance, and accreditation systems.
Includes:
2A Accreditation & Pass Systems
2B Screening & Search Services
2C CCTV & Surveillance
2D Messaging & Public Information Systems
Lot 3 - Temporary Structures & Event Infrastructure
Covers the supply, installation, maintenance, and dismantling of temporary structures and event infrastructure.
Includes:
3A Temporary Structures
3B Marquees & Temporary Buildings
3C Staging Solutions
3D Seating & Furniture Hire
Lot 4 - Audio Visual, Broadcast & Communications
Covers audiovisual production, broadcast capability, and communications infrastructure for live, hybrid, and virtual events, including installation and ongoing technical support.
Includes:
4A Video & Display Systems
4B Audio & PA Systems
4C Lighting Systems
4D Radio & Communications
4E WiFi & Connectivity
4F Signage and Events Marketing production
Lot 5 - Utilities, Power & Engineering Services
Covers essential utilities and engineering services required for event delivery.
Includes:
5A Temporary Power
5B Portable Water Services
5C Masts & Technical Rigging
Lot 6 - Sanitation, Waste & Environmental Services
Covers welfare, sanitation, and environmental management services for events.
Includes:
6A Toilets & Sanitation
6B Waste Removal & Recycling
Lot 7 - Medical, Safety & Fire Services
Covers medical provision, site safety, and fire prevention and response services.
Includes:
7A Medical Services
7B Site Safety Services
7C Fire Safety & Protection
Lot 8 - Accessibility & Inclusion Services
Covers services that ensure events are accessible and inclusive for all audiences.
Includes:
8A BSL & Accessibility Support
8B Inclusive Communications Services
EMF2 will operate through call-offs, which may take the form of:
Further Competition - the preferred route for larger or more complex procurements
Below Threshold Procurements - in accordance with PPN 005
Direct Award - where appropriate under the framework terms
The framework will consist of a framework agreement between DCMS and appointed suppliers, supported by standardised call-off templates used between suppliers and contracting authorities for individual event requirements.
EMF2 seeks to strengthen the UK events sector, support innovation, and improve access to government supply chains for suppliers, while ensuring the delivery of high-quality, safe, and reliable event services.
For information on EMF1 please see the below notice:
https: //www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077997-2025

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on June 12, 2026. Last refreshed 5 days ago. Reference: 055900-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Department for Culture, Media and Sport has issued 99 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 7 currently open and 90 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Media & Communications, Governance & Public Administration, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK Contracts Finder and UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: June 18, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 055900-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Department for Culture, Media and Sport in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the Governance & Public Administration sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is £31,000,000 - £31,000,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.