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Tunbridge Wells Assembly Hall Theatre Annual Pantomime Production

TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

14 Oct 2021 at 14:07

Tender

26 May 2021 at 15:18

Summary of the contracting process

The Tunbridge Wells Borough Council has successfully completed the tender process for the "Tunbridge Wells Assembly Hall Theatre Annual Pantomime Production." This procurement falls under the recreational, cultural and sporting services industry category, with a total contract value of £1,000,000. The procurement method was an open procedure, with key dates including the tender release on 26th May 2021 and the deadline for tender submissions on 23rd July 2021. The initial contract period is set for 12 months, commencing in October 2021, with the potential for two one-year extensions based on performance.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for production companies specialising in theatrical productions, especially those experienced in family-friendly performances. Businesses capable of collaborating effectively with local councils and cultural teams to deliver vibrant productions are well-suited to compete. The tender encourages small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate, as all bids received were from SMEs, highlighting the accessibility of this procurement for smaller firms wishing to enhance their portfolio and increase their visibility in the public procurement market.

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Notice Title

Tunbridge Wells Assembly Hall Theatre Annual Pantomime Production

Notice Description

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council ("the Council") is looking for an experienced production company to aid the production of our annual pantomime. The successful bidder will be required to work alongside our Culture Team to create a family friendly production that runs throughout December into the beginning of January. This contract will commence in October 2021, the first production will need to be delivered in December 2022. The Council intends to appoint the successful tenderer for an initial 12 month term, with the option of up to 2 annual extensions subject to commercial terms being met as outlined below in the tender specification. Key Dates & Timeline for Procurement Tender release: Wednesday 26th May 2021 Expression of Interest Deadline: 12:00pm Friday 9th July 2021 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm Friday 23rd July 2021 Evaluation: w/c Monday 26th July 2021 Interviews: Monday 9th August 2021 and Tuesday 10th August 2021 Appointment of contractor: w/c Monday 4th October 2021

Lot Information

Lot 1

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council ("the Council") is looking for an experienced production company to aid the production of our annual pantomime. The successful bidder will be required to work alongside our Culture Team to create a family friendly production that runs throughout December into the beginning of January. This contract will commence in October 2021, the first production will need to be delivered in December 2022. The Council intends to appoint the successful tenderer for an initial 12 month term, with the option of up to 2 annual extensions subject to commercial terms being met as outlined below in the tender specification.

Renewal: Two possible 12 month extensions available at the end of the initial 12 month term

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02b559
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025730-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Oct 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Miss Louisa Coley
Contact Email
louisa.coley@tunbridgewells.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1892526121

Buyer Location

Locality
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Postcode
TN1 1RS
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ46 West Kent

Local Authority
Tunbridge Wells
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Tunbridge Wells

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LITTLE WOLF ENTERTAINMENT

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