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title: "Provision of Pianists in the Pump Room, Bath"
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# Provision of Pianists in the Pump Room, Bath

Buyer: BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c25e832e-9713-480f-9655-566b36d986e0

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## Summary

The Bath and North East Somerset Council has completed a public procurement process for the provision of pianists at the Pump Room in Bath, with a contract value of £180,000 for entertainment services. The contract is set to commence on 10th May 2022 and will last until 9th May 2025. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the tender period concluded on 16th March 2022. The Pump Room, located adjacent to the Roman Baths Museum, aims to enhance the visitor experience by providing quality music, which is integral to its offerings.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the entertainment and music services sector, particularly for those specialising in live performance. Companies that can provide solo pianists or ensemble music, such as piano trios, are especially suited for this contract. The competitive nature of the tender allows for SMEs to participate, enabling them to contribute to a culturally enriched visitor experience while potentially increasing their market presence and financial return.

## Notice

The Council wishes to establish a Contract for the provision of pianists at the Pump Room in Bath. The Pump Room adjoins the Roman Baths Museum and music is an integral part of the Pump Room experience. Music is provided by a Piano Trio comprising piano, violin and cello as well as also by solo pianists. Quality music in the Pump Room enhances the visitor experience, resulting in higher spend by diners and therefore, a greater financial return to the Council. The purpose of this contract is to ensure the best possible musical provision for the Pump Room and in the case of the solo pianists, to ensure that the fees paid by the Council are competitive in the market. Interested companies should go to www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk to download the tender documents

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc24d6fb-ff14-4282-893e-e871f3a03da0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Apr 2022 |
| Contract period | 9 May 2022 - 9 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £180,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £103,902 |
| 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 | BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | BATH |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA1 5AW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Kingsmead |
| Westminster constituency | Bath |
| 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 | MR STEVE BUCK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92300000 - Entertainment services

## Release History

- 7 Apr 2022 at 10:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc24d6fb-ff14-4282-893e-e871f3a03da0
- 23 Feb 2022 at 08:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27bc5b51-8f60-495c-a5ce-88d71eacfa3d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc24d6fb-ff14-4282-893e-e871f3a03da0
  7th April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27bc5b51-8f60-495c-a5ce-88d71eacfa3d
  23rd February 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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