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title: "Tunbridge Wells - Annual Pantomime Production"
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# Tunbridge Wells - Annual Pantomime Production

Buyer: TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6525521b-6adc-495d-a453-41ab0f32bccc

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## Summary

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council has completed the procurement process for the annual pantomime production for the Assembly Hall Theatre, classified under the recreational, cultural, and sporting services industry. The process was managed through an open procedure, starting from the tender release on 30th July 2024, with key milestones including the Expression of Interest Deadline on 27th August 2024 and the final submission deadline on 3rd September 2024. The awarded contract, spanning from 31st January 2025 to 30th January 2026, includes potential annual extensions and was based on a detailed evaluation conducted in September 2024. The council selected Little Wolf Entertainment Ltd, an SME, for this concession contract, facilitating a series of family-friendly productions throughout December into early January at Tunbridge Wells, England.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for experienced production companies, especially those classified as SMEs and VCSEs, to gain visibility and establish a significant presence in the cultural sector. By collaborating with the Assembly Hall Theatre Creative Team, businesses can showcase their creative and production capabilities, further enhancing their portfolio with a high-profile project. The contract's flexible extension terms provide a stable, multi-year potential engagement for the successful bidder, aligning well with companies looking to expand their market footprint in the recreational and cultural services industry.

## Notice

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council ("the Council") is looking for an experienced production company to aid the production of our annual pantomime. The successful bidder will be required to work alongside our Assembly Hall Theatre Creative Team to create a family friendly production that runs throughout December into the beginning of January. This contract will commence on January 2025 with the first production will need to be delivered in December 2025. The Council intends to appoint the successful tenderer for an initial 12 month term, with the option of up to 5 annual extensions subject to commercial terms being met as outlined below in the tender specification. This contract is a concession. Tenderers must register and express their interest via the Kent Business Portal to view the documents and respond to this tender. (Registration is free) Key Dates & Timeline for Procurement: Tender release: Tuesday 30th July 2024 Expression of Interest Deadline: 12:00pm Tuesday 27th August 2024 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm Tuesday 3rd September 2024 Evaluation: w/c Monday 9th September 2024 Interviews: w/c Monday 16th September 2024

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70fd703d-885e-4d8c-94c5-528e5a22e592 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Jan 2025 - 30 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | TUNBRIDGE WELLS |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN1 1RS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ46 West Kent |
| Local authority | Tunbridge Wells |
| Electoral ward | Park |
| Westminster constituency | Tunbridge Wells |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LITTLE WOLF ENTERTAINMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 15 Nov 2024 at 14:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70fd703d-885e-4d8c-94c5-528e5a22e592
- 30 Jul 2024 at 15:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/617fd99f-76b9-4a28-b477-d9e5e0fe3c22

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70fd703d-885e-4d8c-94c5-528e5a22e592
  15th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/617fd99f-76b9-4a28-b477-d9e5e0fe3c22
  30th July 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=aaba689e-854e-ef11-812d-005056b64545
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## Notice URLs

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

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