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'GEOPARK IN THE DARK'

THE NATIONAL FOREST COMPANY

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19 Feb 2026 at 14:47

Summary of the contracting process

The National Forest Company, a public authority within central government, has completed a procurement process titled "Geopark in the Dark". The project involves the development and delivery of a bespoke projection-mapped audio and visual show over four nights at the Ruins of Bradgate House, located in Swadlincote, United Kingdom (UKF22 region). The procurement, categorised under 'Cultural event organisation services', commenced with limited competition below threshold, was concluded with the award given to Lindley Productions Limited on February 4, 2026. The contract, valued at £55,992 gross (or £46,660 net), covers the period from February 4 to March 31, 2026.

The tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in audio-visual content creation, particularly those focused on cultural event organisation services. Lindley Productions Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME), exemplifies the types of businesses that could thrive by securing similar contracts. Companies with expertise in digital content creation and resource management for events can leverage projects like these to demonstrate value in their offerings, expand their market presence, and foster growth within the cultural sector. Such contracts can serve as a springboard for SMEs looking to enhance their portfolio and engage in government-sponsored projects.

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Notice Title

'GEOPARK IN THE DARK'

Notice Description

Development and delivery of bespoke projection-mapped audio and visual (AV) show for 4 nights in the Ruins of Bradgate House, including digital content and relevant equipment provision and management.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065857
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015315-2026
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

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


CPV Codes

79952100 - Cultural event organisation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£46,660 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
4 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE NATIONAL FOREST COMPANY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
enquiries@nationalforest.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SWADLINCOTE
Postcode
DE12 6BA
Post Town
Derby
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
Not specified

Local Authority
North West Leicestershire
Electoral Ward
Ashby Woulds
Westminster Constituency
North West Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LINDLEY PRODUCTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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