Oct06
IGDI autumn trade briefing
Half-day briefing on the season's volumes, tariff developments and expected demand, followed by networking on the bourse floor.
Events & tenders
The diamond calendar, in one place
Conferences, training sessions, bourse meetings, international trade fairs and every open public tender that touches the sector.
9 entries
Oct21
Responsible sourcing masterclass
Hands-on session covering Kimberley Process documentation, chain-of-custody evidence and the practical realities of due diligence on rough purchases.
Nov12
Anti-money-laundering examination
The official examination for the sector. Candidates who pass are exempt from the recurring certification obligation for three years.
Nov18
IGDI Diamond Trade Fair
Three days of polished diamond trading with buyers from Europe, the Middle East and North America, held on the bourse floors.
Nov26
Tender facility information session
How the IGDI tender facility supports companies bidding for public and institutional diamond supply contracts.
Dec04
Young professionals evening
An informal evening for people in their first decade in the trade, with short talks from three companies hiring this year.
Dec15
Open tender — supply of certified polished diamonds
Framework contract for the supply of certified natural polished diamonds to several public institutions over 24 months.
Jan23
New year reception & sector outlook
The institute's annual reception, with a short address on the year ahead and the publication of the annual report.
Feb11
Customs and valuation workshop
A practical workshop on customs classification, valuation methods and avoiding the delays that follow incomplete declarations.
Nothing scheduled in that category yet.
Tendering with IGDI
Everything you need before you bid
Institutional buyers require evidence that the supplier is registered, compliant and financially able to deliver. The checklist below is what a compliant bid typically contains.
Registration evidence
Your registration as a diamond company, in force at the date of submission, with the registration number quoted on the bid form.
Compliance record
Current anti-money-laundering training status for the bid team and a statement of responsible sourcing practice.
Certification capability
Access to an independent gemmological laboratory and an ability to supply certificates with every stone above the stated carat threshold.
Bids that fail on documentation, not on price, are the most common reason companies lose an institutional contract. The tender facility reviews your file before you submit.
24 monthsTypical framework contract term
30 daysMinimum period between publication and deadline under EU rules
1 reviewComplimentary document check for member companies
| Reference | Subject | Type | Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IGDI-2026-014 | Supply of certified polished diamonds | Public | 15 Dec 2026 | Open |
| IGDI-2026-009 | Gemmological laboratory services | Public | 02 Dec 2026 | Open |
| IGDI-2026-002 | Secure transport and storage | Restricted | 28 Oct 2026 | Closing soon |
| IGDI-2025-031 | Training programme delivery | Public | Awarded | Closed |
Practical
Attending an IGDI event
Getting there
The institute is at Hoveniersstraat 22, 2018 Antwerp in the Diamond District. Antwerp Central station is a twelve-minute walk; the district has no public parking, so use the station car parks.
Access and registration
Every visitor is registered in advance and must present valid photo identification at the entrance. Bourse events are limited to trade visitors only.
Cancellations
Registration can be cancelled free of charge up to five working days before an event. Training places are transferable to a colleague at any time.