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Tender

15 Jun 2026 at 07:52

Summary of the contracting process

Derby City Council is seeking to appoint a qualified consultant or consortium to carry out a strategic review of Derby's cultural infrastructure, governance, organisational arrangements, and investment model. The project, titled "ENQ1304 - Derby Culture Strategic Review," falls under the 'Research and development consultancy services' industry category. Conducted in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom, the process is currently at the tender stage and follows an open procedure below the threshold. Suppliers must express interest and obtain necessary documentation by 11:00 on 30th June 2026, with the tender return deadline being 12:00 on the same day. The contract period is set to commence on 16th July 2026 and conclude on 26th February 2027, with an estimated contract value of £50,000.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for SME consultancy firms with expertise in cultural and strategic assessments, providing potential for business growth through increased visibility and engagement in public sector projects. Given the nature of the contract, businesses with experience in the development of cultural strategies and frameworks, especially those that can offer innovative approaches to governance and investment, will be well-suited to compete. This opportunity is particularly beneficial for consultants aiming to strengthen their portfolio in the public sector domain, and it provides a platform for establishing long-term relationships with local authorities.

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Notice Title

ENQ1304 - Derby Culture Strategic Review

Notice Description

Derby City Council seeks to appoint a suitably experienced consultant or consortium to undertake a strategic review of Derby's cultural infrastructure, governance, organisational arrangements and investment model. The contract is estimated to commence on 16th July 2026 and expire on 26th February 2027. Please note suppliers wishing to express interest and obtain the documentation must do so by 11:00 on Tuesday 30th June 2026. It is recommended that you express interest and obtain the documentation well before this time to allow sufficient time to prepare and submit a bid. The deadline for returns is 12:00 on Tuesday 30th June 2026. Documents are available at www.eastmidstenders.org (https://www.eastmidstenders.org) Please search for ENQ1304 or DN818876. Please note: we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system. Additional information: Please note suppliers wishing to express interest and obtain the documentation must do so by 11:00 on Tuesday 30th June 2026. It is recommended that you express interest and obtain the documentation well before this time to allow sufficient time to prepare and submit a bid. The deadline for returns is 12:00 on Tuesday 30th June 2026. Documents are available at www.eastmidstenders.org (https://www.eastmidstenders.org) Please search for ENQ1304 or DN818876. Please note: we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4236452b-985e-495e-b81d-3d3485bbc53b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8357fbd0-f87b-46a2-a1b2-f4b31f9199b1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jul 2026 - 26 Feb 2027 6-12 months
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
DERBY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE1 2FS
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Darley
Westminster Constituency
Derby South

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