Bedford Borough Council · Awarded contract

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Provision of Festival Bars for Bedford River Festival 2026, 2028, and 2030

Awarded 01 Dec 2025

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Awarded01 Dec 2025

Value£259,597.56

Supplier3B1G Events LTD

AgencyBedford Borough Council

RegionEast of England

CategoryArts & Culture

Expires in 3y 10mo4y 9mo term, 20% elapsed

Awarded 1 Dec 2025Expires 30 Aug 2030

About

Bedford Borough Council awarded a contract to 3B1G Events LTD for the provision of festival bars at the Bedford River Festival in 2026, 2028, and 2030.

The contract, valued at £259,597.56, falls under the Environment department.

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