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The Events Planning, Delivery and Related Services agreement (RM1049) has been awarded and will go live in early June 2014 for a term of two years with the option to extend for a further two one-year periods.

The new agreement supports the new centralised approach to communications and comprises of two lots:

• Lot 1 - Event Planning, Management and Delivery Services
• Lot 2 - Audio Visual (AV) Equipment, Services, Design and Integration

Making the most of public sector’s buying power, the agreement provides customers with a simplified access model and reduced supply base providing a platform to work strategically with new and different suppliers to drive greater savings. It is estimated that the new agreement will deliver savings of up to £1 million a year for the taxpayer, whilst maximising the quality of innovative work offered by suppliers.

Crown Commercial Service Chief Executive, Sally Collier commented: “I am delighted to confirm the award of the Events agreement. This is a fundamental part of the vision set out in this year's Government Communications Plan to work together across the public sector and spend taxpayers' money responsibly. It's also great news for a diverse and vibrant supply base with 89% SMEs."

If you have any upcoming requirements please contact Claire Wood, Category Manager – Events, by emailingCommsCategoryTeam@ccs.gsi.gov.uk