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Human Story Theatre

OXFORD HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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05 Mar 2026 at 11:14

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process outlined is linked to the Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, which is seeking services under the title "Human Story Theatre." Situated in Oxford, United Kingdom, this procurement falls under the industry category of artistic services. The process reached the award stage on 5th March 2026, and the contract was signed on 29th January 2026, with a completion date set for 11th August 2026. The procurement method used was direct, indicating a below threshold procedure without competition, which is aimed at acquiring specialised services from Human Stories Theatre, renowned for their unique expertise in delivering plays tailored for specific NHS requirements.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses involved in artistic services, specifically those capable of delivering bespoke theatrical productions for healthcare settings, to engage in similar future collaborations. SMEs with experience in performing arts and a portfolio that aligns with healthcare messages would be well-positioned to compete for such contracts. While Human Stories Theatre is currently supplying, other similar companies can prepare to offer their expertise in crafting meaningful narratives that fulfil the specialised needs of public health and government institutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Human Story Theatre

Notice Description

Human Stories Theatre are only Theatre group specialised in writing, producing and delivering plays of this nature for the required purpose. The production company has worked with other NHS Services and there are no current other suppliers delivering the same service

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0662ce
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019812-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92312000 - Artistic services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,867 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
29 Jan 2026 - 11 Aug 2026 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
OXFORD HEALTH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORD
Postcode
OX4 4XN
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Oxford
Electoral Ward
Littlemore
Westminster Constituency
Oxford East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HUMAN STORIES THEATRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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