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title: "Ashfield Creates"
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# Ashfield Creates

Buyer: NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-16473ae3-6940-4e4a-9b8e-43509310339a

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Ashfield Creates" is managed by Nottinghamshire County Council, a reputable local authority located in Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom. This project is classified under the "Recreational, cultural and sporting services" industry category, aiming to boost arts and cultural engagement in Ashfield. The contract has been awarded to Reed Talent Solutions Limited (trading as Consultancy+), with the procurement stage being complete as of 6th May 2025. The project will be conducted under a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure. The total contract value amounts to £1,002,700, with services set to be delivered in the East Midlands region. The contract period spans from 1st February 2025 to 31st October 2027, offering a significant duration for comprehensive implementation.

"Ashfield Creates" presents a considerable opportunity for businesses in the arts and cultural sectors to expand their portfolio through collaboration. The initiative focuses on increasing cultural engagement and sustainability, offering avenues for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in creative, cultural, and recreational services. By being involved, these businesses can gain a foothold in the public sector and contribute to meaningful community transformation, thereby enhancing their visibility and reputation. This tender provides a unique platform for businesses geared towards cultural enrichment and empowerment to demonstrate their expertise and leverage long-term strategic growth within the region.

## Notice

In 2021 Ashfield was identified as a Priority Place by the Arts Council and in 2022 as a Levelling Up for Culture Place recognising the historic low levels of engagement and investment in arts and culture. There is a need to invest in cultural provision across Ashfield to level-up our offer to communities and bring about wider positive change. The founding of Ashfield and Mansfield Cultural Compact, Captivate - the Local Cultural Education Partnership and the Ashfield Arts Partnership has created the necessary structures and partnerships to deliver sustainable change. In the development of the Ashfield Creates programme we heard from over 120 local residents and 35 community partner organisations and 25 schools who have taken part in consultation to co-design the programme and set the scene for a new 10-year cultural strategy. Ashfield Creates is a transformational investment in arts and culture in Ashfield with the core aim of: Increasing the engagement in and sustainability of arts, culture and creative activities across Ashfield to enable cultural empowerment and engagement, improve quality of life and boost skills to sustain future creative growth.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d07b4e7-7759-47b4-9ab4-73fd29a4430e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2025 - 31 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,002,700 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,002,700 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG2 7QP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF16 South Nottinghamshire |
| Local authority | Rushcliffe |
| Electoral ward | Trent Bridge |
| Westminster constituency | Rushcliffe |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | REED TALENT SOLUTIONS LIMITED (TRADING AS CONSULTANCY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 6 May 2025 at 13:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d07b4e7-7759-47b4-9ab4-73fd29a4430e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d07b4e7-7759-47b4-9ab4-73fd29a4430e
  6th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk

## Provenance

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