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title: "North Shields Cultural Quarter: Get into Music & Production Industries"
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# North Shields Cultural Quarter: Get into Music & Production Industries

Buyer: NORTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-35c63049-802e-4ab4-95c6-cd39ad34d74a

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## Summary

North Tyneside Council has completed the award phase for the contract titled "North Shields Cultural Quarter: Get into Music & Production Industries," which falls under the Education and Training Services industry category (CPV 80000000). The procurement aimed at engaging one supplier to provide career training in the music and production industries, with activities centred in the North Shields Cultural Quarter, North East, United Kingdom. The contract begun on 14 January 2025, and will end on 13 January 2026, with potential extension until March 2027, contingent on funding. Key dates include the tender period closure on 6 December 2024, with the contract commencement on 6 January 2025. Crew Gal Academy Ltd, a North Shields-based SME, has been awarded this contract valued at £20,000 GBP through an open procedure (below threshold).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in music and production education, particularly SMEs. Engaging in this contract allows businesses to contribute to the development of local talent by meeting defined targets such as engaging residents, supporting individuals to achieve qualifications, developing creative portfolios, and securing employment in the creative sector. Companies adept at providing training in areas such as music production, sound engineering, video production, stage crewing, event production, and artist liaison will find this project well-suited to their capabilities. Successful execution can enhance the business's reputation and pave the way for future public procurement opportunities.

## Notice

North Tyneside Council wish to engage one supplier to provide training for careers in the music and production industries. The main activity should take place in the Cultural Creative Zone in North Shields known as North Shields Cultural Quarter, individuals from across North Tyneside will be eligible to be involved. The contract will take place from January 2025 to January 2026. There is potential for the period of the contract to be increased until March 2027 and the timescale for the programme subject to the necessary funding being obtained. The successful Tenderer will be required to meet 100% of the following targets/KPIs * Engage with 10 individuals who are North Tyneside residents * Support 10 individuals to achieve a level 3 qualification * Support 10 Learners to develop a portfolio of work to support their next steps in their creative career * 8 individuals should secure employment in the creative sector as a result of being involved in the programme within a reasonable timescale The training programme will be delivered on a part-time basis. Learners will work alongside industry professionals to develop skills and provide them with a basis to develop their current careers or start their career in the creative industries. They will receive training in music production, sound engineering, music video production, stage crewing, artist liaison, event production and event site management.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7245b72-e87e-4bb4-83b2-cf53f5c67a4c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 14 Jan 2025 - 13 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £20,000 |
| 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 | NORTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE27 0BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | North Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Shiremoor |
| Westminster constituency | Cramlington and Killingworth |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CREW GAL ACADEMY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2025 at 12:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7245b72-e87e-4bb4-83b2-cf53f5c67a4c
- 22 Nov 2024 at 13:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0262749-4f26-458d-b643-c62ada503f59

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7245b72-e87e-4bb4-83b2-cf53f5c67a4c
  16th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0262749-4f26-458d-b643-c62ada503f59
  22nd November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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