Tender

PROVISION OF AN ANNUAL PANTOMIME PRODUCTION AT THE MET, ABERTILLERY & MAESTEG TOWN HALL

AWEN CULTURAL TRUST

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Summary of the contracting process

Awen Cultural Trust, situated in Bridgend, has initiated a tender process for the provision of an annual pantomime production at both The Met Theatre, Abertillery, and Maesteg Town Hall. This falls under the "services" procurement category, with the project being specifically related to artistic and theatrical services. Interested parties should note the current tender stage, with submissions due by the 2nd of March 2026. The performances are required for the 2026-2027 festive season, with the contract initially lasting one year and potential extensions for another two years. The procurement method is open, allowing for electronic responses, and all details can be found through the Sell2Wales website.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth within the artistic and entertainment industries, particularly for experienced theatre companies capable of delivering high-quality, family-oriented productions. Such businesses will benefit from showcasing their theatrical expertise in well-known locations, potentially leading to further engagements. Organisations specialising in theatrical productions, dance, or performance entertainment services would be well-suited to compete for this contract, given the focus on delivering engaging pantomimes to a wide audience. This contract not only offers potential financial rewards but also increased visibility and reputation enhancement within the performing arts sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PROVISION OF AN ANNUAL PANTOMIME PRODUCTION AT THE MET, ABERTILLERY & MAESTEG TOWN HALL

Notice Description

We are seeking tenders from experienced, professional theatre companies to produce and present a high quality, family pantomime at The Met Theatre, Abertillery and/or Maesteg Town Hall, Bridgend in South Wales. The contract is being offered for an initial period of one year with the option of extending for a further two years. The first performances required will be for the 2026-2027 festive season.NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=161059.The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. (WA Ref:161059)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-161059
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=161059
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92310000 - Artistic and literary creation and interpretation services

92312000 - Artistic services

92312100 - Theatrical producers', singer groups', bands' and orchestras' entertainment services

92312110 - Theatrical producer entertainment services

92340000 - Dance and performance entertainment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
AWEN CULTURAL TRUST
Contact Name
Claire Cressey
Contact Email
claire.cressey@awen-wales.com
Contact Phone
+44 1656754825

Buyer Location

Locality
BRIDGEND
Postcode
CF32 8UU
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bridgend
Electoral Ward
Garw Valley
Westminster Constituency
Rhondda and Ogmore

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