---
title: "UK_813- Venice Biennale Facilitator"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05cbfd"
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# UK_813- Venice Biennale Facilitator

Buyer: BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05cbfd

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## Summary

The British Council is inviting tenders for the role of Venice Biennale Facilitator, as part of its long-standing involvement with the British Pavilion at the International Art and Architecture Exhibitions in Venice. This procurement process is currently at the tender stage, and it focuses on services within the research and development consultancy sector. The buying organisation, based in London, is classified as a public authority under sub-central government. The tender process is open, beneath the threshold for larger competitions and has a deadline for submissions on 3rd November 2025. The project start date is slated for 1st December 2025, with a conclusion by 12th February 2027, and the possibility of multiple renewals extending to 2030 if required. The total contract value could reach £54,000, providing opportunities for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in arts and culture event facilitation, research, and consultancy services. Companies, particularly those adept at fostering international cultural collaborations and innovative arts initiatives, will benefit from engaging in this prominent international forum. The project offers a prestigious platform conducive to broadening professional networks and enhancing business profiles. The open procurement method allows diverse businesses, including smaller enterprises, the chance to compete on a level playing field, thereby promoting business growth through global cultural exchange and partnership.

## Notice

The British Council has been responsible for the British Pavilion at the International Art and Architecture Exhibitions of La Biennale di Venezia since 1937, showcasing the best of the UK's artists, architects, designers and curators. These exhibitions, and the British Council's Venice Fellowships initiative introduced in 2014, help make the British Pavilion a major platform for discussion about contemporary art and architecture. The British Council supports peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. Through our work in Arts and Culture, we find new ways of connecting with and understanding each other, building creative and collaborative global communities that inspire innovation, inclusion and enterprise. The Venice Fellowships Programme is a unique opportunity for early-career creative individuals to spend a month in Venice during the world's most important art and architecture biennales.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 3 extensions of 14 month periods, each

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065048-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 12 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £37,500 |
| Lots value | £37,500 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRITISH COUNCIL(THE) |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 14 Oct 2025 at 09:24 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065048-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065048-2025
  14th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://tap.tcsapps.com/tap2/#/bc-supplier-registration

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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