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title: "Entertainment Provision (Darley Street Markets)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065da5"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-26"
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# Entertainment Provision (Darley Street Markets)

Buyer: CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065da5

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## Summary

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council is actively seeking quotations for entertainment services at the Darley Street Markets. This procurement process, currently at the tender stage, invites suppliers to offer comprehensive live entertainment solutions, including planning, booking, and the full execution of events. The tender falls under the industry categories of "Entertainment services" and "Cultural event organisation services," with an estimated contract value of up to £50,000 per annum for a potential three-year term, commencing from 31st March 2026. Interested suppliers must submit all required documentation through the YORtender portal by the deadline of 19th March 2026, ensuring any enquiries are made by 11th March 2026.

This tender offers a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in entertainment service provision, cultural event management, and related fields to expand their portfolio by partnering with a local government authority. With open competition and a focus on price, quality, and social value, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), alongside voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), are encouraged to participate, provided they adhere to the conditions of participation. Collaborating on this contract can enhance business visibility and foster relationships within the public sector, potentially securing a long-term position in the local entertainment market.

## Notice

City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council is inviting quotations for the provision of Entertainment Service at Darley Street Market. The contract will require the successful supplier to plan, book, coordinate and deliver live entertainment and performances to support the market's programme of events and activities. This includes liaison with artists and performers, scheduling, coordination of technical and operational requirements, and support for associated marketing activity. The Contract is expected to be for an initial period of one (1) year, with the option to extend for up to two (2) further one-year periods (1+1+1), subject to satisfactory performance and in accordance with the Council's requirements. The maximum contract term is therefore three (3) years. The estimated annual contract value is up to PS50,000 per annum (excluding VAT). This figure is an estimate only and the Council gives no guarantee as to the actual value of services commissioned under the Contract. All cost associated with delivery of the service, including artist fees, management and administration, technical equipment, third-party services, marketing materials and any other necessary expenses, must be included within the supplier's submitted pricing. Suppliers are required to complete and submit: 1- The ITQ supplier Submission document 2- The Pricing Matrix All documents must be fully completed and uploaded via the YORtender e-tendering portal by the stated deadline. All clarification questions and quotation submission must be submitted via the YORtender portal. Submission received by any other method will not be accepted.

### Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: The Contract is for an initial period of twelve (12) months, with the option to extend for up to two(12) months each, subject to satisfactory performance and at the Authority's discretion.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017613-2026 |
| 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 | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | £50,000 |
| 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 | CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | BRADFORD |
| Post town | Bradford |
| Postcode | BD1 1HX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE41 Bradford |
| Local authority | Bradford |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Bradford West |
| Delivery location | TLE41 Bradford |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 79952100 - Cultural event organisation services
- 92300000 - Entertainment services

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2026 at 18:30 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017613-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017613-2026
  26th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=103262&TID100108460&B=
- https://www.bradford.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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