Traffic control
Tender Overview
About this tender
PCC25/26-217 - Real Festival 2026_Traffic Control Real Festival is Penrith City Council’s annual flagship event, delivered at Tench Reserve along the Nepean River. The festival will be held on 11, 12 and 13 September 2026, bringing the community together to celebrate creativity, culture, sustainability, and the unique river environment that defines the region. As Penrith’s largest family-focused event, Real Festival attracts thousands of visitors across its three-day program and features art installations, live performances, creative workshops, environmental activations, food experiences, and family entertainment. Council is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to provide comprehensive event traffic control to support the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of Real Festival over a two-year period, covering Real Festival 2026 and Real Festival 2027. While the 2027 festival dates are not yet confirmed, it is anticipated that the event will follow similar scheduling and operational requirements to Real Festival 2026.
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