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Dartford Town Centre Cultural Activity 2026

DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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23 Apr 2026 at 14:02

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement opportunity involves Dartford Borough Council, located at Civic Centre, Home Gardens in Dartford, United Kingdom, engaging in a process titled "Dartford Town Centre Cultural Activity 2026." The procurement is within the services industry category, specifically targeting entertainment services. The process is currently at the 'Award' stage with a transparency notice issued on 23rd April 2026. The contract period is set from 24th April 2026 to 14th November 2026. The procurement was conducted using a direct method without competition, as it falls below the threshold, and is aimed at promoting cultural cohesion through local programmes and films. The key deadline for future signature is scheduled for the end of 23rd April 2026.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses within the entertainment and cultural programme sectors. As the process is specifically suitable for SMEs, businesses that offer innovative cultural and entertainment services may find it particularly advantageous. COHESION PLUS KENT, a local SME, has been identified as the supplier poised to undertake this pending award valued at £52,000. Companies looking to engage communities and enhance cultural experiences have the opportunity to expand their portfolios and influence in the Dartford area. The focus on cultural cohesion may also appeal to entities with expertise in community engagement and event planning.

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Notice Title

Dartford Town Centre Cultural Activity 2026

Notice Description

To provide various programmes and films to promote cultural cohesion in the area and delivering works to engage the community.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0689d7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037176-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£52,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Apr 2026Yesterday
Contract Period
23 Apr 2026 - 14 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DARTFORD
Postcode
DA1 1DR
Post Town
Dartford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ43 Kent Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Dartford
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Dartford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COHESION PLUS KENT

Further Information

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