--- title: "GB-London: Black Culture Collective Commissioning Programme" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-292a83c3-1f36-4c20-b99a-599a66bcc617" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-292a83c3-1f36-4c20-b99a-599a66bcc617" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-292a83c3-1f36-4c20-b99a-599a66bcc617.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-292a83c3-1f36-4c20-b99a-599a66bcc617.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "PEABODY" published: "2021-05-20" --- # GB-London: Black Culture Collective Commissioning Programme Buyer: PEABODY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-292a83c3-1f36-4c20-b99a-599a66bcc617 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-292a83c3-1f36-4c20-b99a-599a66bcc617) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-292a83c3-1f36-4c20-b99a-599a66bcc617.json) ## Summary The Black Culture Collective Commissioning Programme, initiated by Peabody, is currently in the tender stage, with proposals due by 21st June 2021. This public procurement opportunity aims to enhance the representation of African and Caribbean cultures in Thamesmead, London. With a total contract value of £50,000, the programme encourages creative project proposals ranging from £2,000 to £13,000. The targeted industry category is identified as community action programmes, and the contract period is set to commence on 1st July 2021, concluding on 31st March 2022. This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for small or medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) involved in cultural and creative sectors. Businesses that focus on black art, culture, and heritage, or those offering educational activities, cultural events, and creative projects could particularly benefit from this initiative. The programme's emphasis on local engagement and the support for local artists and businesses can help enhance visibility and encourage growth within these sectors. ## Notice The Black Culture Collective and Peabody are seeking creative and ambitious proposals to celebrate Thamesmead's diverse cultures and heritage with the wider community. 1.Our aims for the Commission The commissioned programme needs to increase our celebration and representation of African and Caribbean culture and heritage throughout Thamesmead for the benefit of local residents and communities. The projects need to be creative and of high quality, they must 'speak' to the local community and be accessible and relevant. You can submit a proposal for a project of either PS2,000 PS5,000, PS10,000 or PS13,000. Key criteria The project should be black led. Artists whose work centres around black art, culture or heritage are welcome to apply, as are those whose work does not. Through the commissioning of this programme the BCC and Peabody aim to; *Deliver high quality creative projects that increase the diversity of Thamesmead's cultural offer *Raise the awareness and celebration of African and Caribbean cultures in particular *Support local artists and creatives to access funding and deliver successful projects. *Support creative projects that are of benefit and relevance to local residents and communities. *Develop work that is inspired by, or that is specific to Thamesmead as a place and its diverse community. *Embed talent development; providing some form of work experience or youth offer in the work. *Support enterprise; encourage the use of local fabricators and businesses wherever possible. *Support small black led voluntary and community groups, artist and creatives to showcase the work they do Key themes *Educational activities; that promote the creative learning of African and Caribbean history, culture and language *Cultural programmes and provision; celebrating the performing or visual arts. This can include dance, song, drumming, storytelling, spoken word, craft, film, discussions, traditional dress, carnivals, events, showcases, talks, readings, etc. *Food heritage; providing opportunities to learn about cultural dishes and how to cook them using local communal kitchens/cafe spaces. *A market/selling space for African and Caribbean goods and services *A showcase of Black history, arts and culture to be delivered specifically in October in celebration of Black History Month Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b6c91aa-337a-4912-bfe8-ec885fe49673 | | 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 | 20 May 2021 | | Submission deadline | 21 Jun 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Jun 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £50,000 | | 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 | PEABODY | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South East London | | Postcode | SE1 7JB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark | | Local authority | Southwark | | Electoral ward | St George's | | Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark | | Delivery location | TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85322000 - Community action programme ## Release History - 20 May 2021 at 09:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b6c91aa-337a-4912-bfe8-ec885fe49673 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b6c91aa-337a-4912-bfe8-ec885fe49673 20th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-Black-Culture-Collective-Commissioning-Programme/Q3N3UHXV82 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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