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title: "Tunbridge Wells Assembly Hall Theatre Annual Pantomime Production"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02b559"
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# Tunbridge Wells Assembly Hall Theatre Annual Pantomime Production

Buyer: TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02b559

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## Summary

The Tunbridge Wells Borough Council has successfully completed the tender process for the "Tunbridge Wells Assembly Hall Theatre Annual Pantomime Production." This procurement falls under the recreational, cultural and sporting services industry category, with a total contract value of £1,000,000. The procurement method was an open procedure, with key dates including the tender release on 26th May 2021 and the deadline for tender submissions on 23rd July 2021. The initial contract period is set for 12 months, commencing in October 2021, with the potential for two one-year extensions based on performance.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for production companies specialising in theatrical productions, especially those experienced in family-friendly performances. Businesses capable of collaborating effectively with local councils and cultural teams to deliver vibrant productions are well-suited to compete. The tender encourages small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate, as all bids received were from SMEs, highlighting the accessibility of this procurement for smaller firms wishing to enhance their portfolio and increase their visibility in the public procurement market.

## 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 Culture Team to create a family friendly production that runs throughout December into the beginning of January. This contract will commence in October 2021, the first production will need to be delivered in December 2022. The Council intends to appoint the successful tenderer for an initial 12 month term, with the option of up to 2 annual extensions subject to commercial terms being met as outlined below in the tender specification. Key Dates & Timeline for Procurement Tender release: Wednesday 26th May 2021 Expression of Interest Deadline: 12:00pm Friday 9th July 2021 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm Friday 23rd July 2021 Evaluation: w/c Monday 26th July 2021 Interviews: Monday 9th August 2021 and Tuesday 10th August 2021 Appointment of contractor: w/c Monday 4th October 2021

### Lot Information

Lot 1

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 Culture Team to create a family friendly production that runs throughout December into the beginning of January. This contract will commence in October 2021, the first production will need to be delivered in December 2022. The Council intends to appoint the successful tenderer for an initial 12 month term, with the option of up to 2 annual extensions subject to commercial terms being met as outlined below in the tender specification.

Renewal: Two possible 12 month extensions available at the end of the initial 12 month term

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025730-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,000,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 | TLJ46 West Kent |

## 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

- 14 Oct 2021 at 14:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025730-2021
- 26 May 2021 at 15:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011751-2021

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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