Award

Pantomime Co-production at the Atkinson Theatre, Southport

SEFTON COUNCIL

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Award

16 Jul 2025 at 14:35

Tender

29 Jan 2025 at 15:15

Summary of the contracting process

Sefton Council has completed the procurement process for a contract involving the co-production of the annual Christmas pantomime at The Atkinson Theatre, Southport. This initiative focuses on entertainment services within the services industry category, located in the region identified as UKD (North West England). The tendering process was initiated under an open procedure and the award was made to KD Productions Ltd, with the status of the award being active as of 7th May 2025. Key dates included the tender notice in January 2025 and the intended contract commencement on 1st May 2025, highlighting a contract for an initial period of 24 months with a 12-month extension option, totaling a maximum of 36 months.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses within the entertainment services sector, particularly those with experience in theatrical productions. The Atkinson Theatre's commitment to high standards and community engagement means that the opportunity is ideal for businesses that excel in creating engaging cultural experiences. The contract allows the successful business to leverage their expertise in delivering authentic, exciting pantomime productions that align with Sefton Council's strategic objectives of enhancing local pride and contributing to community growth. This opportunity is well-suited for companies with a strong track record in theatrical productions and those capable of delivering high-quality services within the constraints and objectives of local government initiatives.

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Notice Title

Pantomime Co-production at the Atkinson Theatre, Southport

Notice Description

Sefton Council invited tenders for the supply of services in respect of collaborating with an experienced producer of pantomimes to co-produce their annual Christmas pantomime at The Atkinson. Sefton's Arts & Cultural service is based from The Atkinson arts centre in Southport. Significant investment has been made in refurbishing the stunning 19th century buildings. Today, The Atkinson is home to a public library, museum, art gallery, theatre, studio, shop and cafe. The Atkinson's programme reflects its multi-disciplinary commitments to their curatorial, theatrical and community programming. Their small but dedicated teams deliver a rich and varied range of activities to a high standard, with limited resource. The Atkinson's marketing team work to promote the programmes across the whole centre, with support from Sefton Council central communications. In previous years the pantomime season has been supported by an external PR company. The Atkinson has a track record in delivering a quality pantomime which is well loved by local people. Sefton Council is seeking a collaborator to present pantomimes that are authentic to Sefton, exciting, engaging and ensure a positive experience of which local people can feel proud. The pantomime will form a key part of the creative ambitions for The Atkinson and will form part of the Council's wider strategy to improve pride of place, raise aspirations, prioritise the wellbeing of residents and contribute to inclusive growth for the borough. The Atkinson's core audience travel within a 30-minute drive time of the venue. This encompasses North Sefton and West Lancashire, from Crosby to Skelmersdale and Preston. The anticipated contract commencement date is 1st May 2025. The Council proposes to enter one contract for an initial period of 24 months with the preferred supplier, with an option to extend for a further period of 12 months, making 36 months in total.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Sefton Council invited tenders for the supply of services in respect of collaborating with an experienced producer of pantomimes to co-produce their annual Christmas pantomime at The Atkinson. Sefton's Arts & Cultural service is based from The Atkinson arts centre in Southport. Significant investment has been made in refurbishing the stunning 19th century buildings. Today, The Atkinson is home to a public library, museum, art gallery, theatre, studio, shop and cafe. The Atkinson's programme reflects its multi-disciplinary commitments to their curatorial, theatrical and community programming. Their small but dedicated teams deliver a rich and varied range of activities to a high standard, with limited resource. The Atkinson's marketing team work to promote the programmes across the whole centre, with support from Sefton Council central communications. In previous years the pantomime season has been supported by an external PR company. The Atkinson has a track record in delivering a quality pantomime which is well loved by local people. Sefton Council is seeking a collaborator to present pantomimes that are authentic to Sefton, exciting, engaging and ensure a positive experience of which local people can feel proud. The pantomime will form a key part of the creative ambitions for The Atkinson and will form part of the Council's wider strategy to improve pride of place, raise aspirations, prioritise the wellbeing of residents and contribute to inclusive growth for the borough. The Atkinson's core audience travel within a 30-minute drive time of the venue. This encompasses North Sefton and West Lancashire, from Crosby to Skelmersdale and Preston. The anticipated contract commencement date is 1st May 2025. The Council proposes to enter one contract for an initial period of 24 months with the preferred supplier, with an option to extend for a further period of 12 months, making 36 months in total.

Renewal: Option renew the Contract for one further 12 month period

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04d70f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040599-2025
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

92300000 - Entertainment services

92312100 - Theatrical producers', singer groups', bands' and orchestras' entertainment services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
The Council is seeking to award a contract from 01/05/2025 until 30th April 2027 with 1 x 12 month option to extend. The contract will be re-procured at the time.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SEFTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mrs Jane Taylor
Contact Email
jane.taylor1@sefton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1519344282

Buyer Location

Locality
BOOTLE
Postcode
L20 3NJ
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Derby
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KD PRODUCTIONS

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