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title: "Provision of a Seasonal Pantomime"
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# Provision of a Seasonal Pantomime

Buyer: HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05fff4

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## Summary

Halton Borough Council has concluded the procurement process for the "Provision of a Seasonal Pantomime" with an award made to New Pantomime Productions Limited. The project involves delivering an annual pantomime at the Brindley Theatre in Runcorn, Cheshire, from 2026 to 2029, with potential extensions up to 2032. The procurement method was an open competition, categorised under entertainment services. The total contract value is £468,000 gross, with the main contract period set to begin on 1st June 2026 and end on 31st March 2029, with work being awarded as of 20th May 2026. The procurement stage for this tender is currently complete, having gone through tender and award stages earlier in the year, with key submission deadlines concluding on 3rd February 2026.

This contract represents a significant business growth opportunity for production companies familiar with theatre operations, particularly those with experience in entertaining family audiences. SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) in the entertainment industry, focusing on theatrical productions, would have found this opportunity suitable to expand their portfolio given the established reputation of the Brindley Theatre for high-quality productions. The open procurement method facilitated competitive bidding, allowing a range of businesses to showcase their unique skills and potentially win a prestigious contract in a renowned venue. The collaboration with a well-regarded local council further enhances the appeal and potential for expanding business networks and capabilities within the public performance sector.

## Notice

Halton Borough Council is seeking an experienced production company to work with the Council to produce an annual Pantomime over the next three years 2026-2029 at the Brindley Theatre, Runcorn. The Brindley Theatre is Halton's 21-year-old, purpose-built theatre situated in Runcorn, Cheshire. The building is fully accessible and includes a 424-seat proscenium arch theatre (less up to 13 seats for sound desk positions), wheelchair access, 119 flexible Studio space, Library, Education Room, Bar and Cafe. All public parking is provided free of charge. The Brindley Theatre is a previous winner of the National Lottery Best Arts Project in the UK and also holds a Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence. The annual schedule is balanced between a mixed programme of professional work across all the art forms and community, commercial hires and classes. The current season can be viewed online at www.thebrindley.org.uk. Tickets for all Theatre and Studio events can be purchased in person, by telephone or online. The Brindley Theatre has been successfully presenting professional Pantomime for 21 years and has firmly established a reputation for traditional family productions.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 3 x 12 month extensions: 1ST EXTENSION: 1ST APRIL 2029 TO 31ST MARCH 2030 2ND EXTENSION: 1ST APRIL 2030 TO 31ST MARCH 2031 3RD EXTENSION: 1ST APRIL 2031 TO 31ST MARCH 2032

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050009-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £390,000 |
| Lots value | £390,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £390,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WIDNES |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA8 7QF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD71 East Merseyside |
| Local authority | Halton |
| Electoral ward | Central & West Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Widnes and Halewood |
| Delivery location | TLD71 East Merseyside |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NEW PANTOMIME PRODUCTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92300000 - Entertainment services

## Release History

- 28 May 2026 at 07:33 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050009-2026
- 6 Jan 2026 at 11:44 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000608-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050009-2026
  28th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000608-2026
  6th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.facebook.com/newpantomimepro
- https://www.facebook.com/newpantomimepro?
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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