Tender

BLACKBURN & DARWEN CHRISTMAS LIGHT SWITCH ON EVENTS

BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN

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Tender

18 Sep 2018 at 09:51

Summary of the contracting process

The Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is currently conducting a tender for the "Blackburn & Darwen Christmas Light Switch On Events," targeting the recreational, cultural, and sporting services sector. This open procurement process, which details the delivery of two festive events in Blackburn and Darwen, is in the planning stage with a deadline for submissions set for 2nd October 2018. The total budget for this project is £30,000, with the contract expected to start on 3rd October 2018 and continue until 24th November 2018. Interested parties should note that this opportunity is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This project presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in event management and creative services to showcase their capabilities, especially those focusing on community-oriented and family-friendly activities. Companies with experience in delivering public events and managing sponsorships will find this tender particularly appealing, as the council is keen to integrate creative content and sponsorship strategies to enhance the event experience while managing costs. Being part of an exciting festive programme can bolster a business's profile in the local market and facilitate further contract opportunities.

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Notice Title

BLACKBURN & DARWEN CHRISTMAS LIGHT SWITCH ON EVENTS

Notice Description

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is looking for a professional, experienced and reliable events company to deliver Christmas light switch on events (x2) in Blackburn and Darwen town centres. This will include all aspects of creative content, infrastructure and event management. We are seeking proposals for an exciting family friendly stage programme and are keen to encourage the use of sponsorship to reduce costs or add value to the event. The events will be marketed separately as part of the boroughs wider festive programme, but any additional marketing opportunities that could be offered as part of the contract would be of interest.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17976b3d-5a64-4373-9f16-a4f6f5221fb8
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Sep 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Oct 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Oct 2018 - 24 Nov 2018 1-6 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
BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN
Contact Name
Julia Simpson
Contact Email
julia.simpson@blackburn.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1254588958

Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKBURN
Postcode
BB1 7DY
Post Town
Blackburn
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Blackburn with Darwen
Electoral Ward
Blackburn Central
Westminster Constituency
Blackburn

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