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title: "ED0408-25 East Devon Tourism Network"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-061245"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL"
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# ED0408-25 East Devon Tourism Network

Buyer: EAST DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-061245

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## Summary

East Devon District Council (EDDC) has completed a procurement process titled "ED0408-25 East Devon Tourism Network," under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54. This contract, part of a limited competition strategy, was awarded to East Devon Excellence to manage a tourism network in East Devon. The process, noted for its focus on services related to tourism administration, is aligned with EDDC’s strategy aimed at supporting sustainable growth within the tourism sector. The contract, active from 2nd February 2026 to 31st January 2027, with potential extensions, covers the entire geography of East Devon and features a network built around collaborations with the private sector under the values of quality, sustainability, and accessibility. The total value of this contract is £60,000 but can gross up to £72,000, with options for extensions based on performance and funding availability.

This procurement presents extensive opportunities for businesses within the tourism industry focused on administrative services. Companies that excel in quality service provision, sustainability initiatives, and collaboration will find this project particularly aligned with their strategic goals. SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) located in and around East Devon, seeking to expand by engaging in such dynamic networks, stand to benefit significantly. The focus on fostering a private sector-driven network that supports sustainable tourism growth aligns with businesses aiming to leverage new market opportunities while contributing positively to the regional economic landscape.

## Notice

East Devon District Council (EDDC) adopted a Tourism Strategy for East Devon in September 2022, which seeks to support the tourism sector to achieve sustainable growth and deliver economic benefits to the district. One of the objectives of the strategy is to build a sustainable, collaborative, private sector network, which will foster collaboration based on the shared values of quality, net zero, and improved accessibility. East Devon District Council has now appointed under this contract a third party (the network partner) to continue to run, manage and support a network of local businesses which has the following characteristics: * The network must cover the entire geography of East Devon * The network will be built on engagement with predominantly the private sector * The network will have access to an online platform housing a 'What's On' Hub for the cultural sector * The network will be committed to the values of quality, Net Zero, improving accessibility and collaboration.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008149-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £60,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | HONITON |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX14 1EJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | East Devon |
| Electoral ward | Honiton St Michael's |
| Westminster constituency | Honiton and Sidmouth |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EAST DEVON EXCELLENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75125000 - Administrative services related to tourism affairs

## Release History

- 29 Jan 2026 at 15:31 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008149-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008149-2026
  29th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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