---
title: "Pantomime Production"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-055812"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-055812.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THURROCK COUNCIL"
published: "2025-07-03"
---

# Pantomime Production

Buyer: THURROCK COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-055812

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## Summary

Thurrock Council, located in Grays, has completed the contract for the "Pantomime Production" at Thameside Theatre, classified under the entertainment services category. The procurement was conducted as a direct appointment without competition, indicating it was below the threshold for open tendering. The process reached the award stage, with the contract period running from 19th June 2025 to 31st January 2026. The location for service delivery covers multiple regions across the United Kingdom, providing broad geographical reach for the project under this public concession.

This tender represents a lucrative opportunity for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in entertainment services, particularly those adept at delivering regional theatrical productions. Companies with experience in seasonal cultural events, like those with a background in pantomimes, are well-suited to replicate this success by engaging with similar public sector procurements. Such contracts can offer steady revenue, heightened visibility, and strategic partnerships with local authorities, aiding in expanding market presence and business growth.

## Notice

Provision of seasonal pantomime at Thameside Theatre

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037013-2025 |
| 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 | 3 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 18 Jun 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £180,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THURROCK COUNCIL |
| Locality | GRAYS |
| Post town | Romford |
| Postcode | RM17 6SL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH32 Thurrock |
| Local authority | Thurrock |
| Electoral ward | Grays Riverside |
| Westminster constituency | Thurrock |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | POLKA DOT PANTOMIMES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92300000 - Entertainment services

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2025 at 09:07 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037013-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037013-2025
  3rd July 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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