--- title: "Tender for Pantomime Performances at the Guildhall Arts Centre - South Kesteven District Council" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c73e43a9-4ce3-49c6-9a04-b3b7db1b8080" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c73e43a9-4ce3-49c6-9a04-b3b7db1b8080" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c73e43a9-4ce3-49c6-9a04-b3b7db1b8080.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c73e43a9-4ce3-49c6-9a04-b3b7db1b8080.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SOUTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL" published: "2024-10-02" --- # Tender for Pantomime Performances at the Guildhall Arts Centre - South Kesteven District Council Buyer: SOUTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c73e43a9-4ce3-49c6-9a04-b3b7db1b8080 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c73e43a9-4ce3-49c6-9a04-b3b7db1b8080) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c73e43a9-4ce3-49c6-9a04-b3b7db1b8080.json) ## Summary South Kesteven District Council is inviting tenders for the co-production of their annual pantomime at the Guildhall Arts Centre in Grantham. The tender, titled "Tender for Pantomime Performances at the Guildhall Arts Centre - South Kesteven District Council," falls under the entertainment services category. The procurement is in the Tender stage, following an open procedure. Key details include a tender period ending on 1st November 2024 and a contract commencement date of 3rd December 2024. The initial contract period is 12 months, with options for three additional 12-month extensions, potentially totaling 48 months. The expected revenue for this contract is £82,000.00 per annum (exclusive of VAT). This tender presents a substantial opportunity for experienced producers of pantomimes and entertainment services to expand their portfolio and establish a partnership with a well-regarded local arts centre. Ideal candidates would be SMEs or VCSEs with a proven track record in delivering high-quality, engaging performances that can resonate with the Grantham community. The successful supplier will collaborate on delivering a key cultural service that aims to boost local pride, enhance residents' wellbeing, and contribute to inclusive growth within the district. This contract could provide a platform for sustained business growth and strengthened community ties. ## Notice The Council wishes to invite tenders for the supply of services in respect of collaborating with an experienced producer of pantomimes to co-produce their annual pantomime at Guildhall Arts Centre. The Guildhall Arts Centre has a track record in delivering a quality pantomime which is well loved by local people. SKDC is seeking a collaborator to present pantomimes that are authentic to Grantham, exciting, engaging and ensure a positive experience that local people can feel proud of. The pantomime will form a key part of the creative ambitions for Cultural Services and will form part of the Authority's wider strategy to improve pride of place, raise aspirations, prioritise the wellbeing of residents and contribute to inclusive growth for the district. Further information on the requirement and relevant performance standards are available within the Specification. The anticipated contract commencement date is 3rd December 2024. The Council proposes to enter one contract for an initial period of 12 months with the preferred supplier, with an option to extend for a further period of 12 months, followed by an additional 12 months, followed by an additional 12 months, making 48 months in total. Any proposed extension is subject to satisfactory performance by the supplier and in accordance with the Council's business requirements. Any proposed extension to the contract will be agreed in writing between the Council and the supplier. The expected Revenue for this contract is PS82,000.00 per annum (exclusive of VAT). https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=ff609a78-b180-ef11-8130-005056b64545&p=527b4bbd-5c58-e511-80ef-000c29c9ba21 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3be65bc7-f1b1-4ccd-b10c-11b891234101 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Dec 2024 - 2 Dec 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £324,000 | | 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 | SOUTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL | | Locality | GRANTHAM | | Post town | Nottingham | | Postcode | NG31 6PZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire | | ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC | | Local authority | South Kesteven | | Electoral ward | Grantham St Wulfram's | | Westminster constituency | Grantham and Bourne | | 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) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 92300000 - Entertainment services ## Release History - 2 Oct 2024 at 11:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3be65bc7-f1b1-4ccd-b10c-11b891234101 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3be65bc7-f1b1-4ccd-b10c-11b891234101 2nd October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.southkesteven.gov.uk/ - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=ff609a78-b180-ef11-8130-005056b64545&p=527b4bbd-5c58-e511-80ef-000c29c9ba21 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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