Tender

NSDC-1434 Pantomime Services

NEWARK AND SHERWOOD DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

19 Sep 2025 at 15:51

Planning

03 Jun 2025 at 09:24

Summary of the contracting process

The Newark and Sherwood District Council is conducting a public procurement process titled "NSDC-1434 Pantomime Services," focusing on dance and performance entertainment services. The procurement is aimed at the Palace Theatre in Newark, Nottinghamshire, a historic venue with a capacity for 638 patrons and known for hosting an annual pantomime season. This tender process is currently at the tender stage and follows a competitive flexible procedure, consisting of three stages: Quality and Commercial Assessment, Live Performance Assessment, and Presentation. The deadline for submissions is 24 October 2025 at 12 noon, with enquiries closing on 17 October 2025. Contracts are expected to commence on 1 April 2026, concluding on 31 March 2029, with a potential for renewal based on contract performance.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for experienced Pantomime Production Companies interested in showcasing their expertise at a reputable local institution. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are deemed suitable for participation due to the flexible nature of the procurement method and the emphasis on quality in the assessment stages. The substantial contract value estimated at £1,200,000, alongside the prestigious platform of the Palace Theatre, offers potential for businesses to enhance their reputation and expand their portfolio in the performance entertainment industry.

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Notice Title

NSDC-1434 Pantomime Services

Notice Description

The Palace Theatre Newark is a receiving house, located in Newark, Nottinghamshire. It is an historic and beloved local institution, with a capacity of 638 patrons per performance. Annually, it runs a Pantomime season of at least 40 performances over the December period. In 2024, over 22,700 patrons attended from both within, and beyond the Newark and Sherwood District. NSDC is seeking to continue delivering and growing its Pantomime offer, in conjunction with an experienced Pantomime Production Company. Suppliers are invited to take part in this competitive flexible process which will be formed of 3 stages: 1. Stage One - Quality and Commercial Assessment 2. Stage Two - Live Performance Assessment 3. Stage Three - Presentation The Authority reserves the right to eliminate tenders that do not meet the minimum stated requirements at any stage of the process. Suppliers must read through all documentation including all guidance and respond accordingly. Interested Suppliers can view and respond to this opportunity on the ProContract e-tendering portal following the link below. The deadline for submissions is 24th Ocotober 2025 at 12 noon. https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=c4aa3add-6d95-f011-813a-005056b64545&p=527b4bbd-5c58-e511-80ef-000c29c9ba21

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052b47
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058259-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92340000 - Dance and performance entertainment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
14 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWARK AND SHERWOOD DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

WELLAND PROCUREMENT

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
wellandprocurement@melton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWARK
Postcode
NG24 1BY
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLF15 North Nottinghamshire

Local Authority
Melton
Electoral Ward
Melton Warwick
Westminster Constituency
Melton and Syston

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