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title: "TC046 The Provision of the Christmas Pantomime"
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# TC046 The Provision of the Christmas Pantomime

Buyer: BOLTON COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3a42cafa-306c-4497-be02-56c77d626125

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## Summary

Bolton Council is seeking tenders for "TC046 The Provision of the Christmas Pantomime," a project aimed at delivering high-quality family entertainment in their well-regarded Albert Hall theatre. This tender falls under the industry category of recreational, cultural, and sporting services and is located in Bolton, North West England. The procurement process is currently in the active tender stage, with submission deadlines set for 1st May 2019. The contract is expected to commence on 21st June 2019 and will run for four years, concluding on 20th June 2023. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the total value of the contract is estimated at £1,000,000, with a minimum value of £100,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production of theatrical performances, especially those specialising in pantomimes and family-friendly entertainment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. The engagement with local schools for performances enhances the appeal and potential market reach for bidders, making it an attractive opportunity for companies looking to expand their influence in the cultural services industry within the region.

## Notice

The Authority has successfully presented professional pantomime in its Albert Hall theatre for many years and has a firmly established reputation in Bolton and the surrounding area for high quality, good value family productions. The pantomime has been a key element of the theatre's programming and has helped to develop its broader family audience. The theatre has built good relationships with schools in the local area and the schools' performances for the pantomime are particularly well attended.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d918a7a6-2f5c-4d9a-8a7b-7dcd6bfc0b1d |
| 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 | 29 Mar 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 1 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Jun 2019 - 20 Jun 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 | BOLTON COUNCIL |
| Locality | BOLTON |
| Post town | Bolton |
| Postcode | BL1 1RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD36 Greater Manchester North West |
| Local authority | Bolton |
| Electoral ward | Queens Park & Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bolton North East |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 29 Mar 2019 at 10:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d918a7a6-2f5c-4d9a-8a7b-7dcd6bfc0b1d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d918a7a6-2f5c-4d9a-8a7b-7dcd6bfc0b1d
  29th March 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=711c52d7-0a52-e911-80f3-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

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

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