We are looking to appoint a full-service exhibition contractor, initially on a one-year contract with an option to extend for a further two years. The successful bidder will be required to manage and deliver all aspects of a 'UK Seafood Pavilion' at international trade show(s), including as a minimum, the Seafood Expo Global 2023 in Barcelona.

The contractor will be required to manage the whole project from booking and designing the space, to production of graphics, and stand construction and breakdown. The supplier will not be expected to man the stand during exhibition hours but will be expected to ensure that it is clean and fit for purpose.

Further information can be found on our website - https://www.seafish.org/about-us/working-with-us/#z-tenders-6

We want to increase the visibility of UK seafood in the global marketplace. We intend to do this by helping UK seafood businesses to participate in international trade shows and enable them to showcase their great products with maximum impact. We want to help UK seafood businesses to strengthen their relationships in existing markets and help them forge new relationships in new markets.

The exhibition contractor will be responsible for the management, planning and design of a 'UK Seafood Pavilion' at previously agreed international seafood exhibitions such as the Seafood Expo Global in Barcelona.

This includes:

• Designing an innovative, cost-effective pavilion environment to include a communal lounge area, demonstration kitchen and private meeting rooms as well as individual company booths if required.

• Liaising with exhibition organisers and their contractors on stand size and location within the exhibition arena.

• Arranging stand lighting (low heat creating), furniture and related equipment.

• Arranging for the design and printing of graphics as required.

• The provision of refreshment facilities such as tea, coffee, and drinks.

• The installation of electrical and water supplies.

• Constructing the pavilion before the exhibition, hanging graphics, and ensuring it is fit for purpose for the duration of the exhibition.

• Dismantling the pavilion after the exhibition and ensuring its safe storage.