AwardedAwarded 5 June 2026
Security Services for BFI Events and Festivals
British Film Institute · Local or regional public body
In brief
British Film Institute awarded security work to Pace Prestige Services Ltd on 5 June 2026.
The notice gives a value of £500,000 excluding VAT.
The contract runs for 2 years, up to 3 years with extensions, starting 3 August 2026.
Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.
What the notice says
The British Film Institute is tendering to engage a provider of a full-service solution for BFI Events and Festivals security provision and planning for cultural and corporate events at BFI Venues and London cultural and hospitality venues throughout the year.
This will include:
• concurrent red carpet event security project management
• film talent close protection security
• outdoor and in-venue crowd control
• VIP reception access security
This competitive procurement process is under the Light Touch Regime Procedure in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 (PA 2023), as best practice in order to award a contract.
Who won
| Winner | Value | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Pace Prestige Services Ltd (SME) 34 bids received | £500,000 | Awarded 5 June 2026 |
Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.
Timeline
- Tender notice · UK4, notice 026967-2026
- Contract award notice · UK6, notice 053549-2026
About the buyer
British Film InstituteLast 12 months
Procurements
19Awards
14Suppliers it has used most for security
- Pace Prestige Services Ltd1 contract
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From notice 026967-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 24 March 2026, last updated 5 June 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.