Tender

Tender for the Management and Operation of Castle Theatre

WELLAND PROCUREMENT UNIT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Welland Procurement Unit is seeking tenders for the management and operation of the Castle Theatre in Wellingborough, UK, with a total contract value of £4,000,000. The tender is classified under the 'Arts-facility operation services' category and follows a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure due to its above-threshold status. The tender period will close on 9th November 2017, while the initial contract term will begin on 7th January 2019 and end on 31st October 2027. Interested parties are encouraged to showcase their business planning strengths as well as their artistic vision to potentially secure a long-term partnership with the council.

This tender presents a unique opportunity for companies experienced in arts management and operations, particularly those that can demonstrate innovative strategies to improve the theatre's offerings. Businesses specialising in community engagement, entertainment programming, and venue management are particularly well-suited to compete. With a ten-year commitment, winning this contract could significantly enhance a company's portfolio and establish a strong presence in the regional arts and culture sector.

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Notice Title

Tender for the Management and Operation of Castle Theatre

Notice Description

The Borough Council of Wellingborough is inviting suitably qualified and experienced organisations to tender for the contract to manage and operate the Castle Theatre in Wellingborough. The contract will be formed of abuilding lease and management contract, thereby transferring the business of the theatre and all its activities to an external party. The council is seeking to negotiate a long-term commitment with a suitable partner. It is looking for an experienced company or organisation that brings prudent business planning as well as artistic vision and innovation to sustain and develop the Castle Theatre as a professional and community theatre and cinema for Wellingborough. Please note that the initial term of the contract is 10 years, ending in January 2029, rather than the December 2027 selected above. Unfortunately the system won't allow further dates to be selected. Additional information: The remaining documents are available on a password protected web page, to access that page please contact Emma McGinlay (contact details in this notice) for further information.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1daf5bad-0366-47a2-af85-798e74595af9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1fe5e275-3835-440d-9600-8060d9ecbf6c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92320000 - Arts-facility operation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Oct 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Nov 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Jan 2019 - 31 Oct 2027 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WELLAND PROCUREMENT UNIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELLINGBOROUGH
Postcode
NN8 1BP
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Croyland and Swanspool
Westminster Constituency
Wellingborough and Rushden

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