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Framework Agreement of Design, Management and Delivery of Capacity-Building and UK Artist Residency Programmes in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain

BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

11 Jun 2026 at 12:17

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

19 Feb 2026 at 17:46

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

18 Dec 2025 at 06:34

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Council has finalised an open procurement process to establish a framework agreement for the design, management, and delivery of capacity-building and UK artist residency programmes in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. This process, completed on 11th June 2026, was underpinned by the UK's legal framework for public procurement. The primary buying organisation is the British Council, headquartered in London. The contract commenced on 1st May 2026 and will conclude on 29th April 2028, with an option to extend for an additional 12 months. The contract, valued at £900,000, covers services in project management consultancy, event services, training services, and artistic services, mainly targeting the regions in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in cultural exchange and programme management, particularly those with expertise in the Middle East region. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), such as BLR WORLD LTD., which were awarded the contract, may find this framework advantageous for demonstrating their capabilities on an international platform. Organisations with expertise in managing complex logistics, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, and delivering high-quality training and artistic programmes are well-suited to this type of opportunity, enabling them to expand their portfolio and influence within the arts and culture sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement of Design, Management and Delivery of Capacity-Building and UK Artist Residency Programmes in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain

Notice Description

The supplier will work closely with British Council teams and with UK and local artists, cultural organisations and institutions to deliver activity under two core strands: 1. Capacity-Building Programmes and 2. UK Artist Residency Programmes. This is a Framework agreement and the use of the service will be based on demand.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract awarded will be for a duration of 24 months with an option for an extension for up to an additional one period of 12 months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f86c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055151-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

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

80 - Education and training services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

79952000 - Event services

80500000 - Training services

92312000 - Artistic services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£214,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£214,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 29 Apr 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Postcode Area
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLR WORLD LTD.

Further Information

Notice Documents

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