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The Craft & Illusion of British Costume Making: A Film Series - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON

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28 Apr 2026 at 10:59

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Brighton has awarded a contract for producing a film series titled "The Craft & Illusion of British Costume Making: A Film Series" under the industry classification of Advertising, propaganda, and information film and video-tape production. This procurement process is at the 'award' stage, with the award date recorded as 28th April 2026. The project encompasses a series of short films about the history and practice of costume making at renowned British performance institutions, including the Royal Ballet and Opera, Cosprop Film Costumiers, Leeds Playhouse, and the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts. The award notice was published on Contracts Finder, signifying the completion of the tender with the contract period starting on 4th May 2026 and ending on 3rd May 2027. The procurement method details were not specified, and the competition was not aimed at SMEs or VCSEs. The project delivery will be global, including places such as the Channel Islands and British Overseas Territories, reflecting a focus on broad international engagement.

This tender offers considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in film production, particularly those interested in cultural promotion and heritage preservation. Businesses capable of capturing the intricate narrative of British costume making across multiple prestigious institutions will find this contract beneficial for showcasing their expertise. With a focus on documentation and promotion of unique cultural attributes, businesses with a strong portfolio in artistic film production or historical costume storytelling would be well-suited to participate in such endeavours. The contract involves zero direct monetary award, implying potential for non-financial benefits including exposure and networking through association with renowned institutions. This presents a growth opportunity for established film production firms looking to diversify their portfolio and amplify their reach, particularly in the realm of cultural heritage projects.

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Notice Title

The Craft & Illusion of British Costume Making: A Film Series - AWARD

Notice Description

The Craft & Illusion of British Costume Making is a series of approximately 15 short films (each approximately three to five minutes in duration) about the history, heritage, and practice of costume making at four iconic British performance institutions: Royal Ballet and Opera, Cosprop Film Costumiers, Leeds Playhouse, and the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts. The films are intended to document, preserve, and promote the house style and specialisms of each institution (and indeed, emphasise their distinctive characteristics and cultures), and although each short film will represent a discrete and complete micro narrative, taken together, the series will reveal the richness, multiplicity, and depth of expertise within British costume making more broadly and thereby demonstrate the qualities which sustain its global reputation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-28ce2cff-6b1a-4171-826c-5ae5152c9637
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bac2640b-3a30-4d90-afe8-a4de35b3116a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92111200 - Advertising, propaganda and information film and video-tape production

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
3 May 2026 - 3 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
UK
Postcode
BN2 4AT
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Moulsecoomb & Bevendean
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JACK PERRY / URSULA PELCZAR (HAIKU DREAMS

Further Information

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