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Planned procurement · Notice 102996-2026

Peterborough Bondholder Dinner - Catering and Event Management - Expression of Interest

Peterborough City Council

Value
Value not stated
Stage
Early notice
Where
East of England
Lots
1
Suitable for SMEs
Yes, says the buyer
Contract
5 Apr 2027 – 1 Sep 2027

In plain English

Peterborough City Council wants a caterer and event team for its black-tie Annual Bondholder Dinner at Peterborough Cathedral on 1 July 2027, for around 350 guests (360 last year). The job covers a drinks and canapé reception, a three-course sit-down meal, full bar, tableware, tables and chairs, plus hire and setup of marquees and an on-site kitchen.

Good fit for: An events caterer able to run a formal sit-down dinner for 350 or more guests, including bar service and marquee and kitchen hire.

Written with AI from the official notice. Check the notice before relying on it.

What the buyer says

Peterborough City Council's Annual Bondholder Dinner is a black-tie evening at Peterborough Cathedral that attracts around 350 local business leaders. This is one of the biggest networking events of the year and a highlight in our annual calendar. As part of the evening, there is a welcome drinks reception with canapes, and a three course sit down meal for businesses to enjoy with their guests. We have detailed below our requirements for the night along with what we have done with suppliers in the past but the Council is open to suggestions to ensure the evening runs smoothly. Date: Thursday 1st July 2027 Guest numbers: c 350 (although we had 360 last year so numbers can increase) Venue: Peterborough Cathedral Catering and event management requirements: • Three course meal with a meat option and veggie (ideally vegan) option for each course that can be served to c 350 guests. o Peterborough City Council will co-ordinate orders and special dietary requirements from tables and send these in bulk to the event team by pre-agreed dates for ordering supplies. • Table service for food once guests are seated • Tea and coffee served after the desserts • Full bar service o Guests to be able to purchase drinks from the bar • Arrival drinks and canapes circulated among the guests by the event team 6.45pm – 7.45pm. o We’ve previously had a mix of prosecco and fresh orange juice alongside the canapes. • The event team to provide all tableware (crockery, glassware, cutlery, linens, etc) and do the table setup, including wine and water to all tables • The event team will provide all tables, chairs, table numbers, place cards including menu selections/dietary requirements, and centre pieces (ideally candelabra’s) for all guest tables. • Peterborough City Council will order four bottles …

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What happens next

This is an early notice: the buyer is planning a tender, and its documents come when the tender is published. The notice gives the buyer's team as procurementcontracts@peterborough.gov.uk. Read the official notice for the details.

Procedure: not stated. Published 30 Oct 2026.

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