--- title: "GB-Watford: Cultural Strategy 2018" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b4e43c10-9b44-4fda-95bb-44ba444921fe" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b4e43c10-9b44-4fda-95bb-44ba444921fe" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b4e43c10-9b44-4fda-95bb-44ba444921fe.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b4e43c10-9b44-4fda-95bb-44ba444921fe.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2017-11-01" --- # GB-Watford: Cultural Strategy 2018 Buyer: WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b4e43c10-9b44-4fda-95bb-44ba444921fe [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b4e43c10-9b44-4fda-95bb-44ba444921fe) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b4e43c10-9b44-4fda-95bb-44ba444921fe.json) ## Summary The procurement process announced by Watford Borough Council is focused on the "Cultural Strategy 2018" project, which aims to provide expert consultancy to develop a new Cultural Plan and action plan for the borough covering the period from 2018 to 2025. This tender falls under the recreational, cultural, and sporting services category and is open to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs). The procurement is currently in the active tender stage, with bids required to be submitted by 30th November 2017. The total contract value is set at £25,000, with a minimum threshold of £10,000. The contract period is scheduled to begin on 1st March 2018 and conclude on 29th June 2018. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in cultural consultancy, strategic planning, and community engagement services. SMEs and VCSEs that possess experience in delivering cultural strategies, community development programmes, or related consultancy services are well-positioned to compete for this contract. By participating, successful bidders can not only secure funding but also enhance their portfolio, gain valuable experience, and contribute positively to the cultural development of Watford, ultimately driving further business growth in the local and regional market. ## Notice To provide expert consultancy advice and support to the council and produce a new Cultural Plan and action plan for the borough from 2018-2025. 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. Bids for this opportunity must be submitted, including a completed on-line questionnaire, via the procurement portal. The portal includes further information about the project. Suppliers should read through this set of instructions and follow the process to respond to this opportunity. The information and documents for this opportunity are available on www.delta-esourcing.com You must register on this site to respond, registration is free, if you are already registered you will not need to register again, simply use your existing username and password. Please note there is a password reminder link on the homepage. Suppliers must log in, go to your Response Manager and add the following Access Code: 96UWB3989Y Please allow sufficient time when responding prior to the closing date and time shown on the portal as you have been asked to complete an on-line questionnaire and to upload documents. Late submissions cannot be uploaded and will not be accepted. If you experience any technical difficulties please contact the Delta eSourcing Helpdesk on 0845 270 7050 or email helpdesk@delta-esourcing.com ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd9827bf-0055-4565-b63a-87e9b1c11891 | | 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 | 1 Nov 2017 | | Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Mar 2018 - 29 Jun 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £25,000 | | 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 | WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WATFORD | | Post town | Watford | | Postcode | WD17 3EX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire | | Local authority | Watford | | Electoral ward | Park | | Westminster constituency | Watford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ## Release History - 1 Nov 2017 at 14:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd9827bf-0055-4565-b63a-87e9b1c11891 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd9827bf-0055-4565-b63a-87e9b1c11891 1st November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Watford:-Cultural-Strategy-2018/96UWB3989Y 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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