--- title: "Request for Quote: Musical Groups & Workshop Providers - Fenland & Huntingdonshire (June-July 2026)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ee53" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05ee53" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ee53.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ee53.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2026-01-19" --- # Request for Quote: Musical Groups & Workshop Providers - Fenland & Huntingdonshire (June-July 2026) Buyer: CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ee53 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05ee53) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ee53.json) ## Summary Cambridgeshire County Council is currently engaged in the procurement stage of an open competition tender titled "Request for Quote: Musical Groups & Workshop Providers - Fenland & Huntingdonshire (June-July 2026)." The aim is to secure live performances and interactive music workshops for primary-aged children in schools across Fenland and Huntingdonshire, within the educational and entertainment services sectors. Interested local musical groups, solo performers, and workshop providers are invited to submit their quotes by 23rd January 2026. The contract period is set between June and July 2026, during school hours, with a total estimated contract value of £10,000. The procurement method is open competition and submissions must be sent via email as electronic submissions are not allowed. The project falls under the 'services' category and is below the threshold for higher-tier procurement processes. This tender offers a substantial opportunity for musical acts and workshop facilitators to expand their reach within educational settings, providing enriching experiences to young audiences in Cambridgeshire. It is particularly suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) along with voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its below-threshold nature and focus on local involvement. Engaging in this contract can boost business exposure and foster partnerships with educational institutions, offering a platform to showcase a diverse range of musical styles, from classical to contemporary genres. Businesses with capabilities in delivering captivating and educational performances, who also possess the necessary insurance and safeguarding certifications, stand to benefit greatly from participating in this initiative. ## Notice Organisation: Cambridgeshire Music Service Required: Live Performances & Interactive Music Workshops for Primary-Aged Children Location: Fenland and Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire Delivery Window: June-July 2026 (school hours) Cambridgeshire Music is seeking requests for quotes from local musical groups, ensembles, solo performers, and music workshop providers of any genre to deliver engaging performances or practical musical workshops for primary and / or secondary -aged pupils across schools in Fenland and Huntingdonshire. We welcome interest from artists working in all musical styles, including (but not limited to) classical, folk, pop, rock, jazz, world music, electronic, choral, and culturally specific traditions. Our aim is to provide high-quality, inspiring musical experiences that broaden children's understanding and enjoyment of music. Requirements: - Ability to deliver 30-60 minute performances or hands-on musical workshops suitable for primary-aged children. - Availability during school hours on selected dates in June and July 2026. - Capacity to travel to schools within Fenland and Huntingdonshire. - Public liability insurance and relevant safeguarding checks. Information to Provide - Interested groups or individuals must supply: -A brief description of your act, workshop, or musical offering -Details of any technical or space requirements -Your availability during June-July 2026 -Your fees/charges, including any travel or equipment costs -Links to recordings, websites, or promotional material (if available) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004323-2026 | | 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 | 19 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £10,000 | | Lots value | £10,000 | | 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 | CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | ALCONBURY WEALD, HUNTINGDON | | Post town | Peterborough | | Postcode | PE28 4YE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough | | ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC | | Local authority | Huntingdonshire | | Electoral ward | The Stukeleys | | Westminster constituency | Huntingdon | | Delivery location | TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services - 92312100 - Theatrical producers', singer groups', bands' and orchestras' entertainment services - 92312120 - Singer group entertainment services - 92312130 - Band entertainment services - 92312140 - Orchestral entertainment services - 92312200 - Services provided by authors, composers, sculptors, entertainers and other individual artists - 92312220 - Services provided by composers - 92312240 - Services provided by entertainers - 92312250 - Services provided by individual artists - 92340000 - Dance and performance entertainment services ## Release History - 19 Jan 2026 at 12:48 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004323-2026 - 12 Jan 2026 at 17:07 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002433-2026 - 3 Dec 2025 at 18:25 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079526-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004323-2026 19th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002433-2026 12th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079526-2025 3rd December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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