---
title: "Freelance Performers / Artist Spend for Durham Gala Theatre"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051834"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051834.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-05-20"
---

# Freelance Performers / Artist Spend for Durham Gala Theatre

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051834

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## Summary

Durham County Council has concluded an award for the procurement process titled "Freelance Performers / Artist Spend for Durham Gala Theatre", under the services category specifically tailored for entertainment services. The contract was awarded to Durham Musical Theatre Company with a commencement date of 1st April 2025 and completion by 30th April 2025. This direct procurement process was carried out without competition, and the total contract value amounts to £46,479 GBP. The location of the service delivery is specified in the Durham region of the United Kingdom, and the procurement is classified as below threshold according to the legal basis stated in UK Public General Acts 2023/54.

This procurement tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in entertainment and performing arts to engage with sub-central government authorities like Durham County Council. While the competitive element was absent in this instance, companies in similar industries can find growth by tailoring their offerings to meet the needs of civic establishments. Especially beneficial to SMEs, such collaborations could enhance visibility and lead to recurring business opportunities. It is advised that such enterprises remain informed about future tenders to maximize potential growth avenues within the public sector market.

## Notice

Payment to Durham Musical Theatre Company for Freelance Performers / Artist Spend for Durham Gala Theatre Show (The Producers)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023056-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 30 Apr 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £46,479 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5WB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Framwellgate and Newton Hall |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DURHAM MUSICAL THEATRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92300000 - Entertainment services

## Release History

- 20 May 2025 at 09:38 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023056-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023056-2025
  20th May 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://dmtc.co.uk/
- http://www.durhamcommercialservices.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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