The Orihuela City Council has announced a public tender valued at €16,405.12 (VAT included) to organize LGBTQ+ Pride Day celebrations for the years 2025 and 2026. The contract covers the planning, coordination, and execution of the annual events, which are scheduled to take place each June.
The festivities will feature a vibrant parade led by a protest-style batucada drum band of at least 20 musicians, accompanied by five stilt walkers to energize the crowd. The program also includes a musical performance with a DJ, professional-grade sound and lighting, and various entertainment acts throughout the event.
Additional elements include an information booth, an accessible portable restroom, electrical infrastructure, and decorative features such as flags and banners displaying LGBTQ+ symbols.
The selected contractor will be responsible for securing all necessary permits, insurance coverage of at least €500,000, and technical arrangements, working closely with the Department of Social Welfare.
Evaluation criteria for the bids will include the proposed budget, as well as the coordinator’s experience in managing events for vulnerable or marginalized communities. Bidders may also propose enhancements—such as installing an LED screen or providing extra LGBTQ+ flags—at no extra cost to the city.
This tender, issued through a simplified open procedure, underscores Orihuela’s ongoing commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and the visibility of the LGBTQ+ community through inclusive public celebrations.
