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title: "The Coproduction of a Pantomime at the Towngate Theatre, Basildon"
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buyer: "BASILDON BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# The Coproduction of a Pantomime at the Towngate Theatre, Basildon

Buyer: BASILDON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e2ea7e97-b5d5-4467-b7c4-e47f9bfb0616

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## Summary

Basildon Borough Council has issued a tender for the coproduction of an annual pantomime at the Towngate Theatre in Basildon, situated in the East of England. This procurement process, identified under open procedure, falls within the entertainment services category (CPV 92300000). The tender is currently in the active stage and was published on 23rd July 2024. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 30th August 2024, with the contract period spanning from 1st October 2024 to 30th September 2027. This initiative aims to maintain the theatre's reputation for high-quality, family-friendly pantomimes.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the entertainment and theatre production sectors. Companies, especially SMEs and voluntary sector organisations, with experience in producing star-led, high-quality family entertainment are well-suited to compete for this contract. The substantial contract value of £200,000 offers considerable potential for business growth, including the chance to establish or expand presence in the East of England's cultural scene. Organisations that excel in creative production, logistical management, and have a track record in managing annual events are particularly encouraged to participate.

## Notice

The Coproduction of a Pantomime at the Towngate Theatre, Basildon. Provision of an Annual Pantomime Production at Towngate Theatre, Basildon. Towngater Theatre has a reputation for facilitating first class, star led, and quality family pantomimes.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88d42443-f2e7-48b1-9275-4a3cd4b245bd |
| 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 | 23 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| 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 | BASILDON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BASILDON |
| Post town | Southend-on-Sea |
| Postcode | SS14 1DL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH37 Essex Thames Gateway |
| Local authority | Basildon |
| Electoral ward | St Martin's |
| Westminster constituency | Basildon and Billericay |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92300000 - Entertainment services

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2024 at 12:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88d42443-f2e7-48b1-9275-4a3cd4b245bd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88d42443-f2e7-48b1-9275-4a3cd4b245bd
  23rd July 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Basildon:-Entertainment-services./K49W4NJ9SC
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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