Award

Co-Production of Pantomime 2026

THURROCK COUNCIL

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Award

03 Jun 2026 at 13:50

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Tender

01 Apr 2026 at 13:32

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Thurrock Council has completed the procurement process for the "Co-Production of Pantomime 2026" at Thameside Theatre, Grays, under an open competition method. The initiative, part of the entertainment services category, was aimed at fostering a collaborative effort to bring forth the 2026 Pantomime season. The contract was formally awarded on 1st June 2026 and runs until 31st January 2027, with potential renewal options extending until January 2028. Located in the United Kingdom, within the UKH32 region, this procurement falls under the governance of public authority - sub-central government. The procurement process progressed from a tender notice published on 1st April 2026 to an award stage, with a tender submission deadline of 1st May 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses engaged in the entertainment industry, particularly those with experience in theatrical productions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) like POLKA DOT PANTOMIMES LIMITED, which successfully secured the contract, are ideal candidates due to the project’s size and scope. The collaboration with Thameside Theatre offers a unique platform for companies to enhance their portfolio and establish a stronger presence in community-based cultural events. This opportunity aligns with businesses seeking consistent visibility and recognition in the public sector entertainment services domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Co-Production of Pantomime 2026

Notice Description

Co-Production of Pantomime at Thameside Theatre 2026

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067ad6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052420-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92300000 - Entertainment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£121,500 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
1 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20263 days ago
Contract Period
31 May 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
THURROCK COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GRAYS
Postcode
RM17 6SL
Post Town
Romford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH32 Thurrock
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Thurrock
Electoral Ward
Grays Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Thurrock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

POLKA DOT PANTOMIMES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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