--- title: "Pantomime Co-production at the Atkinson Theatre, Southport" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04d70f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04d70f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04d70f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04d70f.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SEFTON COUNCIL" published: "2025-07-16" --- # Pantomime Co-production at the Atkinson Theatre, Southport Buyer: SEFTON COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04d70f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04d70f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04d70f.json) ## Summary Sefton Council has completed the procurement process for a contract involving the co-production of the annual Christmas pantomime at The Atkinson Theatre, Southport. This initiative focuses on entertainment services within the services industry category, located in the region identified as UKD (North West England). The tendering process was initiated under an open procedure and the award was made to KD Productions Ltd, with the status of the award being active as of 7th May 2025. Key dates included the tender notice in January 2025 and the intended contract commencement on 1st May 2025, highlighting a contract for an initial period of 24 months with a 12-month extension option, totaling a maximum of 36 months. This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses within the entertainment services sector, particularly those with experience in theatrical productions. The Atkinson Theatre's commitment to high standards and community engagement means that the opportunity is ideal for businesses that excel in creating engaging cultural experiences. The contract allows the successful business to leverage their expertise in delivering authentic, exciting pantomime productions that align with Sefton Council's strategic objectives of enhancing local pride and contributing to community growth. This opportunity is well-suited for companies with a strong track record in theatrical productions and those capable of delivering high-quality services within the constraints and objectives of local government initiatives. ## Notice Sefton Council invited tenders for the supply of services in respect of collaborating with an experienced producer of pantomimes to co-produce their annual Christmas pantomime at The Atkinson. Sefton's Arts & Cultural service is based from The Atkinson arts centre in Southport. Significant investment has been made in refurbishing the stunning 19th century buildings. Today, The Atkinson is home to a public library, museum, art gallery, theatre, studio, shop and cafe. The Atkinson's programme reflects its multi-disciplinary commitments to their curatorial, theatrical and community programming. Their small but dedicated teams deliver a rich and varied range of activities to a high standard, with limited resource. The Atkinson's marketing team work to promote the programmes across the whole centre, with support from Sefton Council central communications. In previous years the pantomime season has been supported by an external PR company. The Atkinson has a track record in delivering a quality pantomime which is well loved by local people. Sefton Council is seeking a collaborator to present pantomimes that are authentic to Sefton, exciting, engaging and ensure a positive experience of which local people can feel proud. The pantomime will form a key part of the creative ambitions for The Atkinson and will form part of the Council's wider strategy to improve pride of place, raise aspirations, prioritise the wellbeing of residents and contribute to inclusive growth for the borough. The Atkinson's core audience travel within a 30-minute drive time of the venue. This encompasses North Sefton and West Lancashire, from Crosby to Skelmersdale and Preston. The anticipated contract commencement date is 1st May 2025. The Council proposes to enter one contract for an initial period of 24 months with the preferred supplier, with an option to extend for a further period of 12 months, making 36 months in total. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Sefton Council invited tenders for the supply of services in respect of collaborating with an experienced producer of pantomimes to co-produce their annual Christmas pantomime at The Atkinson. Sefton's Arts & Cultural service is based from The Atkinson arts centre in Southport. Significant investment has been made in refurbishing the stunning 19th century buildings. Today, The Atkinson is home to a public library, museum, art gallery, theatre, studio, shop and cafe. The Atkinson's programme reflects its multi-disciplinary commitments to their curatorial, theatrical and community programming. Their small but dedicated teams deliver a rich and varied range of activities to a high standard, with limited resource. The Atkinson's marketing team work to promote the programmes across the whole centre, with support from Sefton Council central communications. In previous years the pantomime season has been supported by an external PR company. The Atkinson has a track record in delivering a quality pantomime which is well loved by local people. Sefton Council is seeking a collaborator to present pantomimes that are authentic to Sefton, exciting, engaging and ensure a positive experience of which local people can feel proud. The pantomime will form a key part of the creative ambitions for The Atkinson and will form part of the Council's wider strategy to improve pride of place, raise aspirations, prioritise the wellbeing of residents and contribute to inclusive growth for the borough. The Atkinson's core audience travel within a 30-minute drive time of the venue. This encompasses North Sefton and West Lancashire, from Crosby to Skelmersdale and Preston. The anticipated contract commencement date is 1st May 2025. The Council proposes to enter one contract for an initial period of 24 months with the preferred supplier, with an option to extend for a further period of 12 months, making 36 months in total. Renewal: Option renew the Contract for one further 12 month period ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040599-2025 | | 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 | 16 Jul 2025 | | Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 6 May 2025 | | Contract period | 30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2027 | | Recurrence | The Council is seeking to award a contract from 01/05/2025 until 30th April 2027 with 1 x 12 month option to extend. The contract will be re-procured at the time. | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SEFTON COUNCIL | | Locality | BOOTLE | | Post town | Liverpool | | Postcode | L20 3NJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside | | ITL 3 | TLD73 Sefton | | Local authority | Sefton | | Electoral ward | Derby | | Westminster constituency | Bootle | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | KD PRODUCTIONS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 92300000 - Entertainment services - 92312100 - Theatrical producers', singer groups', bands' and orchestras' entertainment services ## Release History - 16 Jul 2025 at 14:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040599-2025 - 29 Jan 2025 at 15:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002985-2025 ## Notice URLs - http://procontract.due-north.com - http://www.sefton.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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