The Event Management Framework 2 (EMF2)

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Published: Jun 16, 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. EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST: DCMS is seeking Expressions of Interest for this opportunity. To confirm your interest, please provide the following information to dcms-events-framework@dcms.gov.uk: > Company Name > Point of Contact > The specific Lot(s) you are interested in bidding for > If you are an SME (Small, Medium Sized Enterprise) > If you have previously worked with a government or public sector organisation. FRAMEWORK INFORMATION: 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 16, 2026. Last refreshed 4 days ago. Reference: 056769-2026. 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 056769-2026 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.