Purpose

The Council’s Southport’s events programme consists of three major events – the Southport Food & Drink Festival, the Southport Air Show and the British Musical Fireworks Championship.

The procurement of Stewarding and security services are required at these events to help with public safety and the smooth running of the events.

A restricted tender will take place where 5 companies will be invited to tender as per the specification supplied. These will be scored on both quality and cost and a supplier appointed. The contract will be awarded for one year with 4 optional years, essentially creating a 5 year contract.

The contract will fall under the Light Touch Regime under the new 2024 procurement regulations.

Decision

Decision(s):

(1)  The report be noted.

(2)  The approved delegate, acting on behalf of the Assistant Director of Place (Economic Growth & Housing) and in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Regeneration & Skills, awarded the necessary contracts and extensions upon completion of the competitive procurement process, be noted.

Reason(s) for the Decision(s):

The Council’s Southport’s events programme consists of three major events – the Southport Food & Drink Festival, the Southport Air Show and the British Musical Fireworks Championship.

The procurement of Stewarding and security services are required at these events to help with public safety and the smooth running of the events for the next three years.

The Southport Food & Drink Festival attracts 30,000 visitors over the 3 days., The Southport Air Show attracts a crowd of 30,000 visitors over the 2 days. And The Fireworks attracts crowds of approx. 20,000 over 2 nights.

Alternative Options Considered and Rejected

Not applicable.