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title: "INTERPRETATION - ACCESSING AIDAN"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-21225b4c-54fe-4f79-a97d-b247d23e9535"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2018-03-14"
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# INTERPRETATION - ACCESSING AIDAN

Buyer: NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-21225b4c-54fe-4f79-a97d-b247d23e9535

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "INTERPRETATION - ACCESSING AIDAN" is initiated by Northumberland County Council, focusing on motion picture and video services as well as cultural services. The contract, valued at £112,500, encompasses the interpretation of Bamburgh's significance through the atmospheric crypt below St Aidan's Church. The tender period is currently active, with responses due by 13th April 2018, while the contract is set to commence on 30th April 2018 and conclude on 31st December 2019. This opportunity is located in the North East region of England and follows an open procurement method.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their business within the cultural and heritage sectors. Companies specialising in film and video production, heritage interpretation, or visitor engagement services will find themselves well-suited to submit proposals, contributing to the local narrative and encouraging tourism in Bamburgh. Engaging in this tender could foster new partnerships and enhance visibility in the vibrant Northern market.

## Notice

The opportunity has arisen to make use of the small but beautiful and atmospheric crypt below St Aidan's Church. BHT has negotiated the lease of the crypt with the intention of interpreting Bamburgh's significance and encouraging visitors and local people to discover its stories and explore the village.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24d80047-1c5b-42d2-9797-ab7eee61e1d4 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Apr 2018 - 31 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £112,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MORPETH |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE61 2EF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC42 Northumberland |
| Local authority | Northumberland |
| Electoral ward | Morpeth Kirkhill |
| Westminster constituency | North Northumberland |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92100000 - Motion picture and video services
- 92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

## Release History

- 14 Mar 2018 at 11:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24d80047-1c5b-42d2-9797-ab7eee61e1d4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24d80047-1c5b-42d2-9797-ab7eee61e1d4
  14th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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