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title: "Provision of music related services to children, young people, and families"
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# Provision of music related services to children, young people, and families

Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e4c9

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## Summary

Norfolk County Council has conducted a procurement process to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of music-related services to children, young people, and families in the Norfolk and Suffolk area. The procurement falls under the services and goods categories, specifically focusing on music education and the supply and maintenance of musical instruments. Initiated through an open procurement method with procedures outlined in UK legislation, the framework agreement is structured into three lots covering infrastructure, professional and delivery services, and equipment and resources. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract period commencing on 1st September 2026 and extending until 31st August 2034, covering the UKH1 region.

This framework offers significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in music services, education technology, venue management, and instrument supply and repair. The open procedure and the framework's allowance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) create a broad opportunity for participation. This initiative not only supports the region's educational needs but also provides business growth prospects through extended contracts, potential collaborations, and engagement with the local and broader communities. Ambitious companies catering to the education and cultural sector will find this framework beneficial in leveraging their expertise to enhance musical education across the Norfolk and Suffolk regions.

## Notice

Provision of music related services to children, young people, and families, to whom Norfolk County Council (NCC) has a responsibility. Norfolk & Suffolk Music Hub is a partnership of organisations which come together to provide the best possible music education for the children and young people of Norfolk and Suffolk. Music Hubs are funded by the Department for Education, administered by Arts Council England, to create more opportunities for children and young people to get involved in music making. The aims of the Music Hub partnership are to: Support schools to deliver high-quality music education. Support all children and young people to engage with a range of musical opportunities in and out of school. Support young people to develop their musical interests further, including in employment. On 19 November 2025, the Minister of State for Local Government and Homelessness made a written statement [UIN HCWS1071] saying that three proposals for unitary local government in Norfolk had been received - these could entail the creation of one, two or three unitary councils. The Minister announced a consultation exercise, which ended on 11 January 2026. The Minister stated that "once the consultations have concluded, the Government will assess the proposals against the criteria in the invitation and decide, subject to parliamentary approval, which, if any, proposals are to be implemented, with or without modification". The Government has confirmed that it is minded to create three unitary Councils, subject to parliamentary approval. On 4 December 2025, the Secretary of State for Local Government made a written statement [UIN HCWS1128] stating that the government intends to establish a Mayoral Strategic Authority for Norfolk and Suffolk as soon as possible, and that it is minded to hold inaugural mayoral elections in May 2028. Should these processes lead to unitary local government in Norfolk and/or to the establishment of a Mayoral Strategic Authority covering Norfolk (i) the contract may be transferred, assigned or novated to any successor authority(ies) to the council, or to any joint body incorporating or formed by any such successor and/or to any Mayoral Strategic Authority; and/or (ii) the council or a successor authority or joint body may order services on behalf of other local authorities serving any area within Norfolk's current geographical boundaries.

### Lot Information

Infrastructure

Renewal: This is an Open Framework Agreement under section 49 of the Procurement Act 2023. Please note that both Norfolk County Council and Suffolk County Council have approved a devolution deal which is expected to lead to the establishment of a Mayoral Combined County Authority with strategic powers, headed by an elected mayor. Subject to the government laying a Statutory Instrument and to its approval by Parliament to formally establish the new combined authority, the first Mayoral election is expected to be in May 2026. Government has also invited participation by Norfolk in Local Government Review. This process has the potential to lead to unitary local government in Norfolk. One of these changes could happen without the other. The contract may be assigned or novated to any successor authority(ies) to Norfolk County Council or to any joint body incorporating or formed by any such successor. The County Council or a successor authority or joint body may order services on behalf of other local authorities serving any area within Norfolk's current geographical boundaries.

Professional and Delivery Services

Renewal: This is an Open Framework Agreement under section 49 of the Procurement Act 2023. Please note that both Norfolk County Council and Suffolk County Council have approved a devolution deal which is expected to lead to the establishment of a Mayoral Combined County Authority with strategic powers, headed by an elected mayor. Subject to the government laying a Statutory Instrument and to its approval by Parliament to formally establish the new combined authority, the first Mayoral election is expected to be in May 2026. Government has also invited participation by Norfolk in Local Government Review. This process has the potential to lead to unitary local government in Norfolk. One of these changes could happen without the other. The contract may be assigned or novated to any successor authority(ies) to Norfolk County Council or to any joint body incorporating or formed by any such successor. The County Council or a successor authority or joint body may order services on behalf of other local authorities serving any area within Norfolk's current geographical boundaries.

Equipment and Resources Instrument purchase, repair and servicing

Renewal: This is an Open Framework Agreement under section 49 of the Procurement Act 2023. Please note that both Norfolk County Council and Suffolk County Council have approved a devolution deal which is expected to lead to the establishment of a Mayoral Combined County Authority with strategic powers, headed by an elected mayor. Subject to the government laying a Statutory Instrument and to its approval by Parliament to formally establish the new combined authority, the first Mayoral election is expected to be in May 2026. Government has also invited participation by Norfolk in Local Government Review. This process has the potential to lead to unitary local government in Norfolk. One of these changes could happen without the other. The contract may be assigned or novated to any successor authority(ies) to Norfolk County Council or to any joint body incorporating or formed by any such successor. The County Council or a successor authority or joint body may order services on behalf of other local authorities serving any area within Norfolk's current geographical boundaries.

### Planning Information

The Procurement Act 2023 requires bidders to be registered on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) before they are able to bid for contracts. Should you wish to bid for this contract when it is live it is essential that you do this. Instructions on what needs to be done can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxsbVW4q-k0 
We are currently seeking expression of interest only at this point. As such no procurement documents are currently available. To express an interest and participate in this procurement once it is live, applicants must first be registered on the system at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles. Once registered you will be able to see the procurement project under the tenders` section and `express an interest` to view the documentation. If you encounter any difficulties whilst using the system you can contact the In-tend support team by phoning +44 8442728810 or emailing support@in-tend.co.uk.
By expressing an interest now, you will automatically be notified when the procurement documents are published. The publication of the tender notice will provide an additional opportunity to express an interest.
Norfolk County Council will hold a supplier engagement session for this proposed procurement via Teams on Wednesday 7 January 2026 , details will be shared via In-tend. Suppliers will be able to feedback on the draft specification of requirements until Wednesday 21 January 2026.
Please note that both Norfolk County Council and Suffolk County Council have approved a devolution deal which is expected to lead to the establishment of a Mayoral Combined County Authority with strategic powers, headed by an elected mayor. Subject to the government laying a Statutory Instrument and to its approval by Parliament to formally establish the new combined authority, the first Mayoral election is expected to be in May 2026.
Government has also invited participation by Norfolk in Local Government Review. This process has the potential to lead to unitary local government in Norfolk. .The contract may be assigned or novated to any successor authority(ies) to Norfolk County Council or to any joint body incorporating or formed by any such successor. The County Council or a successor authority or joint body may order services on behalf of other local authorities serving any area within Norfolk's current geographical boundaries.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052793-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Award date | 2 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2034 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,694,400 |
| Lots value | £3,912,000 |
| Awards value | £3,912,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR1 2DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | Lakenham |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | TLH1 East Anglia |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 19 |
| Supplier names | BIG SKY CREATIVE; BRITTEN PEARS ARTS; BRITTEN SINFONIA; CHARANGA; CITY COLLEGE NORWICH; CONDUCTIVE MUSIC; GABRIELI; HAYDOCK MUSIC; MAK INTEGRATED SERVICES; MEDICORE AMBULANCE SERVICE; MUSICAL FUTURES; NORFOLK COMMUNITY ARTS; NORMANS (BURTON UPON TRENT; ORCHESTRA OF THE AGE OF ENLIGHTENMENT; ORCHESTRAS LIVE; PARADOX MEDICAL SERVICES; SING UP GROUP; ST. JOHN AMBULANCE; WARWICK MUSIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 37300000 - Musical instruments and parts
- 37310000 - Musical instruments
- 37320000 - Parts and accessories of musical instruments
- 79710000 - Security services
- 79952000 - Event services
- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 80500000 - Training services

## Release History

- 4 Jun 2026 at 12:22 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052793-2026
- 13 Feb 2026 at 07:42 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013208-2026
- 11 Feb 2026 at 18:04 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012629-2026
- 2 Dec 2025 at 08:37 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078705-2025
- 19 Nov 2025 at 16:32 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075398-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052793-2026
  4th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013208-2026
  13th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012629-2026
  11th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078705-2025
  2nd December 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075398-2025
  19th November 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11859
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11860
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11861
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11995

## Notice URLs

- http://bigskycreative.co.uk
- http://brittenpearsarts.org
- http://pbonemusic.com
- http://www.charanga.com
- http://www.conductivemusic.uk
- http://www.gabrieli.com
- http://www.mak-security.co.uk
- http://www.medicore.uk
- http://www.musicalfuturesonline.org
- http://www.norfolk.gov.uk
- http://www.normans.co.uk
- http://www.oae.co.uk/
- http://www.orchestraslive.org.uk
- http://www.singup.org/
- http://www.sja.org.uk
- https://haydockmusic.co.uk/
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles
- https://paradoxmedicalservices.com
- https://www.brittensinfonia.com/
- https://www.ccn.ac.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.norfolkcommunityarts.org.uk
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxsbVW4q-k0

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