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title: "WINTER CULTURAL EXPERIENCE & EVENT COMMISSION"
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# WINTER CULTURAL EXPERIENCE & EVENT COMMISSION

Buyer: ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3382b8c8-f92b-464f-b9fe-5d39a30d5614

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Winter Cultural Experience & Event Commission" was initiated by Ashford Borough Council, seeking to enhance the profile of Ashford Town Centre through a high-quality cultural event in Winter 2019. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically for event services, with a contract value of £30,000. As part of an open procurement method, the tender period concluded on 12th April 2019, while the awarded contract commenced on 13th May 2019 and is set to last until 10th January 2020. This initiative targets businesses capable of delivering creative cultural experiences and managing related events.

This tender creates opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations that specialise in cultural and event management services. Companies with a solid track record in delivering high-quality projects that can positively influence community engagement and local economy are well-suited to compete. The initiative presents a chance for innovative businesses to collaborate with local authorities, thereby enhancing their visibility and reputation in the public sector.

## Notice

We are looking for a high quality cultural experience; project; event; or product that will positively impact and raise the profile of Ashford Town Centre in Winter 2019. We require the services of an established and experienced organisation, with a proven track record in this field, to provide the concept, and lead on all aspects of project management, delivery and review. Additional information: The tender document and additional information can be accessed from the Kent Business Portal

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c020ebd3-b912-4fb1-9a7a-fe23210d282d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Apr 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Jul 2019 |
| Contract period | 1 Jul 2019 - 10 Jan 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,000 |
| 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 | ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | ASHFORD |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN23 1PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Ashford |
| Electoral ward | Victoria |
| Westminster constituency | Ashford |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WE MAKE STUFF HAPPEN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 50232110 - Commissioning of public lighting installations
- 79952000 - Event services

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2020 at 17:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c020ebd3-b912-4fb1-9a7a-fe23210d282d
- 18 Mar 2019 at 10:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d1087b55-0199-41d9-bc6e-13b7996f33f9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c020ebd3-b912-4fb1-9a7a-fe23210d282d
  3rd February 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d1087b55-0199-41d9-bc6e-13b7996f33f9
  18th March 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/
  Kent Business Portal

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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