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ED0408-25 East Devon Tourism Network

EAST DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL

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29 Jan 2026 at 15:31

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Devon District Council (EDDC) has completed a procurement process titled "ED0408-25 East Devon Tourism Network," under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54. This contract, part of a limited competition strategy, was awarded to East Devon Excellence to manage a tourism network in East Devon. The process, noted for its focus on services related to tourism administration, is aligned with EDDC’s strategy aimed at supporting sustainable growth within the tourism sector. The contract, active from 2nd February 2026 to 31st January 2027, with potential extensions, covers the entire geography of East Devon and features a network built around collaborations with the private sector under the values of quality, sustainability, and accessibility. The total value of this contract is £60,000 but can gross up to £72,000, with options for extensions based on performance and funding availability.

This procurement presents extensive opportunities for businesses within the tourism industry focused on administrative services. Companies that excel in quality service provision, sustainability initiatives, and collaboration will find this project particularly aligned with their strategic goals. SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) located in and around East Devon, seeking to expand by engaging in such dynamic networks, stand to benefit significantly. The focus on fostering a private sector-driven network that supports sustainable tourism growth aligns with businesses aiming to leverage new market opportunities while contributing positively to the regional economic landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ED0408-25 East Devon Tourism Network

Notice Description

East Devon District Council (EDDC) adopted a Tourism Strategy for East Devon in September 2022, which seeks to support the tourism sector to achieve sustainable growth and deliver economic benefits to the district. One of the objectives of the strategy is to build a sustainable, collaborative, private sector network, which will foster collaboration based on the shared values of quality, net zero, and improved accessibility. East Devon District Council has now appointed under this contract a third party (the network partner) to continue to run, manage and support a network of local businesses which has the following characteristics: * The network must cover the entire geography of East Devon * The network will be built on engagement with predominantly the private sector * The network will have access to an online platform housing a 'What's On' Hub for the cultural sector * The network will be committed to the values of quality, Net Zero, improving accessibility and collaboration.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061245
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008149-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75125000 - Administrative services related to tourism affairs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£60,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@eastdevon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HONITON
Postcode
EX14 1EJ
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
East Devon
Electoral Ward
Honiton St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Honiton and Sidmouth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EAST DEVON EXCELLENCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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