The Event Management Framework 2 (EMF2)
Department for Culture, Media and SportEstimated Value
Up to £31,000,000
Deadline
Not specified
Published
16 June 2026
Type
Not specified
Overview
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. 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
Lots (8)
- Lot 1Stewarding, Crowd Management & Event Operations Covers stewarding, crowd control, and operational staffing required to support safe and effective event delivery
- Lot 2Security, Accreditation & Screening Services Covers event security support functions, including access control, screening, surveillance, and accreditation systems
- Lot 3Temporary Structures & Event Infrastructure Covers the supply, installation, maintenance, and dismantling of temporary structures and event infrastructure
- Lot 4Audio Visual, Broadcast & Communications Covers audiovisual production, broadcast capability, and communications infrastructure for live, hybrid, and virtual events, including installation and ongoing technical support
- Lot 5Utilities, Power & Engineering Services Covers essential utilities and engineering services required for event delivery
- Lot 6Sanitation, Waste & Environmental Services Covers welfare, sanitation, and environmental management services for events
- Lot 7Medical, Safety & Fire Services Covers medical provision, site safety, and fire prevention and response services
- Lot 8Accessibility & Inclusion Services Covers services that ensure events are accessible and inclusive for all audiences
Contact & helpdesk
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.
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Likely incumbents
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- 1
Fletcher Gallery Services Ltd
4 contracts wonlatest 26 Feb 2026£132,474
total awarded
- 2
Momart Ltd
£196,910
total awarded
- 3
The Financial Times Limited
2 contracts wonlatest 9 Jun 2026£41,038
total awarded
- 4
Sikelela Owen
2 contracts wonlatest 5 May 2026£26,800
total awarded
- 5
Edel Assanti
2 contracts wonlatest 5 May 2026£45,000
total awarded
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Department for Culture, Media and SportKey Dates
Published
16 June 2026
Submission deadline
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Notice type
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