Security Services for BFI London Film Festival and Southbank Events
BFI · Awarded contract
AwardedSecurity Services for BFI London Film Festival and Southbank Events
Awarded 31 Jul 2016
Awarded31 Jul 2016
Value£450,000.00
SupplierPace Prestige Services Ltd
AgencyBFI
RegionLondon
CategoryPublic Safety & Security
Ended 9y 3mo ago12mo term
Awarded 31 July 2016Expired 30 July 2017
About
The British Film Institute (BFI) awarded a contract to Pace Prestige Services Ltd for security services at the BFI London Film Festival and BFI Southbank special events.
The scope includes red carpet event security project management, film talent close protection, outdoor and in-cinema crowd control, and VIP reception security.
The contract covers the 60th BFI London Film Festival (5-16 October 2016) and approximately 60 special events annually at BFI Southbank, with potential external events.
The contract value is £450,000.
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