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15 Jun 2026 at 07:52

Summary of the contracting process

Derby City Council has initiated a procurement process titled "ENQ1304 - Derby Culture Strategic Review", aimed at appointing an experienced consultant or consortium to conduct a strategic review of Derby's cultural infrastructure, governance, organisational arrangements, and investment model. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically research and development services and related consultancy. This open competition method invites suppliers to express interest by 11:00 on 30th June 2026, with bids due by 12:00 the same day. The contract is scheduled to start on 16th July 2026 and conclude on 26th February 2027. The opportunity is relevant to businesses located in the UK region of UKF11. Interested parties must use the e-tendering system at www.eastmidstenders.org to partake in this procurement process.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in consultancy services, especially those focusing on cultural and organisational development. Firms capable of delivering strategic insights into cultural infrastructure and governance will find this contract lucrative, valued at up to £60,000. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited given the tender’s below-threshold classification, which promotes wider competition. By participating, businesses can gain exposure in the public sector and contribute to the strategic cultural evolution of Derby, fostering potential long-term partnerships and enhancing their market presence.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

ENQ1304 - Derby Culture Strategic Review

Notice Description

Derby City Council seeks to appoint a suitably experienced consultant or consortium to undertake a strategic review of Derby's cultural infrastructure, governance, organisational arrangements and investment model. The contract is estimated to commence on 16th July 2026 and expire on 26th February 2027. Please note suppliers wishing to express interest and obtain the documentation must do so by 11:00 on Tuesday 30th June 2026. It is recommended that you express interest and obtain the documentation well before this time to allow sufficient time to prepare and submit a bid. The deadline for returns is 12:00 on Tuesday 30th June 2026. Documents are available at www.eastmidstenders.org (https://www.eastmidstenders.org) Please search for ENQ1304 or DN818876. Please note: we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b48c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055969-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jul 2026 - 26 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DERBY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE1 2FS
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF11 Derby

Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Darley
Westminster Constituency
Derby South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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