Backstage Catering for Forest Live Concerts by Forestry Commission England
Forestry Commission England · Awarded contract
AwardedBackstage Catering for Forest Live Concerts by Forestry Commission England
Awarded 15 Feb 2016
Awarded15 Feb 2016
Value£300,000.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryFood & Beverage
Ended 7y 9mo ago2y 12mo term
Awarded 15 Feb 2016Expired 31 Jan 2019
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Forestry Commission England awarded a contract to Sugar and Spice On Tour Catering Ltd for backstage catering at Forest Live Music events held in forests across England.
The contract covered a programme of 21 events over 7 weekends in June and July 2016, with two catering teams required on weekends when events operated simultaneously at two locations.
All concerts took place in rural outdoor forest clearings with temporary infrastructure and power.
The backstage catering service was a vital part of the artist experience, with the catering marquee serving as the hub for artists, crews, and backstage production teams.
The contract value was AUD 300,000.
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