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Request for Quote: Musical Groups & Workshop Providers - Fenland & Huntingdonshire (June-July 2026)

CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Cambridgeshire County Council is seeking quotes for providing musical groups and workshop services for children in Fenland and Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire, during June and July 2026. This tender focuses on live performances and interactive music workshops aimed at primary and secondary-aged children, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The procurement process is in the tender stage, with an open competition method set below the threshold value, ensuring a broad reach to potential suppliers. Interested parties must submit their offers by 5 February 2026 for services under the education and entertainment industry categories, with a total contract value of £10,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for local musical groups, ensembles, solo performers, and workshop providers to showcase their talent to young audiences, thereby enhancing their portfolio and market reach. Businesses capable of delivering 30-60 minute performances or workshops during school hours, particularly those with experience in adapting offerings for SEND children, are well-suited to this opportunity. By engaging with this tender, businesses not only secure contracts but also contribute to enriching the local educational ecosystem, fostering additional partnerships and collaborations in the creative arts sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for Quote: Musical Groups & Workshop Providers - Fenland & Huntingdonshire (June-July 2026)

Notice Description

Organisation: Cambridgeshire Music Service Required: Live Performances & Interactive Music Workshops for Primary and/or Secondary-Aged Children, including those specialising in SEND Location: Fenland and Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire Delivery Window: June-July 2026 (school hours) Cambridgeshire Music is seeking requests for quotes from local musical groups, ensembles, solo performers, and music workshop providers of any genre to deliver engaging performances and practical musical workshops for Primary and/or Secondary-Aged Children, including those specialising in SEND in Fenland and Huntingdonshire. We welcome interest from artists working in all musical styles, including (but not limited to) classical, folk, pop, rock, jazz, world music, electronic, choral, and culturally specific traditions. Our aim is to provide high-quality, inspiring musical experiences that broaden children's understanding and enjoyment of music. Requirements: - Ability to deliver 30-60 minute performances or hands-on musical workshops suitable for primary and/or secondary-aged children. - Availability during school hours on selected dates in June and July 2026. - Capacity to travel to schools within Fenland and Huntingdonshire. - Public liability insurance and relevant safeguarding checks. Information to Provide - Interested groups or individuals must supply: -A brief description of your act, workshop, or musical offering, including whether your performance and workshop is suitable for children with SEND and additional needs. -Details of any technical or space requirements -Your availability during June-July 2026 -Your fees/charges, including any travel or equipment costs -Links to recordings, websites, or promotional material (if available)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061242
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008221-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

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

92312120 - Singer group entertainment services

92312130 - Band entertainment services

92312140 - Orchestral entertainment services

92312200 - Services provided by authors, composers, sculptors, entertainers and other individual artists

92312220 - Services provided by composers

92312240 - Services provided by entertainers

92312250 - Services provided by individual artists

92340000 - Dance and performance entertainment 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
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 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
CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Amy Craven
Contact Email
cm@cambridgeshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ALCONBURY WEALD, HUNTINGDON
Postcode
PE28 4YE
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC
Local Authority
Huntingdonshire
Electoral Ward
The Stukeleys
Westminster Constituency
Huntingdon

Further Information

Notice Documents

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