Tender

Options Appraisal for Marina Theatre

LOWESTOFT TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

26 Sep 2025 at 08:21

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Lowestoft Town Council has initiated a procurement process for an "Options Appraisal for Marina Theatre," with the tender currently in the active stage. The focal industry category is business and management consultancy services, pertinent to evaluating the theatre’s operating model. Located in the UK, particularly under the regional code UKH14, the contract is set to offer services within the United Kingdom. The process follows an open procurement method designed explicitly for contracts below the threshold. Potential suppliers should note the submission deadline on 6th October 2025, with the contract period expected to commence on 13th October 2025. The estimated contract value is £10,000, and proposals will be judged based on expertise, theatre operational knowledge, and capability to adhere to the project timeline.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms, particularly those with experience in theatre operations and management analysis, to expand their portfolio. Given its focus on evaluating and potentially restructuring the theatre’s operational model, businesses experienced in both consultancy and theatre management are particularly well-suited for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, suggesting that the council aims to engage a broad range of suppliers. The procurement emphasises the delivery of a comprehensive option appraisal report, which could pave the way for future consultancy roles in public sector cultural projects, thereby fostering business growth in this niche area.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Options Appraisal for Marina Theatre

Notice Description

The consultant will be required to: 1. Review the current operating model for the Marina Theatre, including: - Governance and legal structure - Financial performance and funding arrangements - Staffing structure - Key partnerships (including other theatres located in the wider area) 2.Identify and assess alternative operating models, including but not limited to: - Option 1: No change to current arrangements: the Marina Theatre Trust continues to operate the theatre and receive the current grant from LTC. Option 1.a: The consultants should consider the effect of retaining the current management model but with the potential for any reduction in the level of annual grant based on a review of generated income. - Option 2: Bringing the theatre operation in-house under direct Town Council management - Option 3: Outsourcing to an established external theatre operator or commercial provider - Option(s) 4+: other options as proposed by the consultant 3. Evaluate each option against a set of agreed criteria, to include: - Financial sustainability and value for money - Governance and accountability - Staff implications and organisational capacity - Alignment with wider Town Council objectives and operations 4. Produce a final report that includes: - Summary of findings and insights - Detailed option appraisals with SWOT analyses and financial implications - Comparative assessment and scoring against agreed criteria - Risks and mitigation strategies for each option - Clear recommendations and rationale 5. Present findings to Council officers and/or elected members Deliverables * Draft option appraisal report * Final option appraisal report with executive summary and recommendations * Presentation of findings

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a2b7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059950-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Oct 2025 - 1 Dec 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LOWESTOFT TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
admin@lowestofttowncouncil.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LOWESTOFT
Postcode
NR32 1DE
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Harbour & Normanston
Westminster Constituency
Lowestoft

Further Information

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