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title: "expression of Interest for the provision of 2027 Commercial Music Event"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065355"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-12"
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# expression of Interest for the provision of 2027 Commercial Music Event

Buyer: BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065355

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## Summary

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council is conducting a planning stage for a new public procurement process titled "Expression of Interest for the Provision of 2027 Commercial Music Event." This initiative falls under the services category, specifically dance and performance entertainment services, and is scheduled to take place at the Bournemouth Seafront in the UKK24 region. Interested parties are invited to express their interest by visiting the e-tendering portal, with a deadline set for 5th March 2026. As part of this tender process, the council aims to identify a potential operator capable of planning and delivering a three-day music event, highlighting a special concession regime without surpassing the threshold value.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in event planning and musical entertainment. Particularly, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this contract appealing due to its suitability criteria. The contract is projected to span from June 2027 until May 2028, with the possibility of renewal up till May 2029. Firms specialising in large-scale event organisation, particularly those experienced in handling musical performances and dance exhibitions, will be well-positioned to compete for this contract, allowing them to enhance their portfolio and establish a presence in the dynamic entertainment sector.

## Notice

BCP Council is looking to identify a potential operator to plan and deliver a new commercial 3 day music event across Bournemouth Seafront.

### Planning Information

expressions of interest are invited. Please go to the e tendering portal: https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013175-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2027 - 31 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,200 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL |
| Locality | BOURNEMOUTH |
| Post town | Bournemouth |
| Postcode | BH2 6DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Local authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Electoral ward | Bournemouth Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bournemouth West |
| Delivery location | TLK24 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92340000 - Dance and performance entertainment services

## Release History

- 12 Feb 2026 at 17:19 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013175-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013175-2026
  12th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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