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title: "Ollerton Town Cinema Provision"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066a68"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NEWARK AND SHERWOOD DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-13"
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# Ollerton Town Cinema Provision

Buyer: NEWARK AND SHERWOOD DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066a68

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## Summary

Newark and Sherwood District Council has concluded its procurement process to establish a cinema operator for the new Ollerton town centre cinema, a project integral to the regeneration of the area. The contract, which has been directly awarded due to previous unsuccessful tender attempts, begins on 2nd May 2026 and will run until 1st May 2046. The cinema, situated in Newark, falls under the public authority category and aims to contribute significantly to the local economy and community. The concession procurement method was employed, below the threshold without competition, ensuring the project aligns with the Local Regeneration Fund objectives and operates within a transparent framework according to the provisions of the UK legislation 2023/54.

This project offers substantial growth opportunities, with a focus on community engagement and local involvement, thus well-suited for SMEs and organisations committed to cultural services. Businesses experienced in cinema operations and capable of providing a diverse programme—mixing mainstream and cultural offerings—can benefit from a strategic partnership in this initiative. The awarded supplier, THE LIVING ROOM CINEMA LIPHOOK LTD, has demonstrated financial stability and a community-focused approach, essential to achieving the ambitious goals set forth in the broader town centre redevelopment scheme. Moreover, the contract supports local employment and offers a modern, accessible venue for cultural and community events, creating potential for long-term business growth through active participation in the town's rejuvenation.

## Notice

Newark & Sherwood District Council sought an operator for the new Ollerton town centre cinema, scheduled to open in 2028. The cinema forms a key element of the wider town centre regeneration project, funded primarily by the Local Regeneration Fund. The scheme will deliver modern, accessible employment floorspace alongside new retail, cafe, and residential units. It will also create a revitalised town centre set within an open and inclusive public realm, designed to host local markets, events, and community activities. The selected operator will have the opportunity to contribute to the cinema's design and development, working collaboratively with local stakeholders to ensure that the venue becomes a popular and well used community asset. Two tender processes were initiated in April 2024 and October 2025, but no acceptable submissions were received. Since the tender process in October 2025, the Council has now decided to directly award the contract to a single provider, for the reasons and outline terms stated below: * Appropriate scale and investment: A 2 screen (158 seat) cinema with cafe space is considered suitable for Ollerton. Delivery will be supported by a landlord capital contribution of a maximum of PS1,600,000 towards fit out costs, subject to compliance with local authority funding regulations. * Viable rental terms: A minimum rent of PS36,000 per annum, plus service charges, falls within the acceptable range set out in the project's full business case, including a rent free period of up to 18 months. * Affordable ticket pricing: The proposed ticket prices, averaging no more than PS10, ensures the cinema remains accessible and affordable for the local community. * Balanced programme offer: The operator proposes a mix of mainstream films alongside a strong cultural programme, drawing on their extensive experience. This will include special screenings, curated events, and community focused programming designed to broaden audience engagement. * Financial stability: Company checks indicate a strong financial position, with a rating of 'A', providing confidence in the operator's resilience and capacity to deliver a high quality cinema offer. This falls within the Council's required financial score of between A-C. * Community focused approach: The operator's commitment to local engagement aligns with the wider objectives of the regeneration scheme, including participation in community events and support for developing public realm activities. * Ability to work at pace: The preferred operator has demonstrated the ability to progress rapidly and work with a high level of detail, which is critical to meeting the project's operational and programme requirements. They are able to respond swiftly to information requests and maintain momentum throughout the development period.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023232-2026 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 May 2026 - 1 May 2046 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,600,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NEWARK AND SHERWOOD DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | WELLAND PROCUREMENT |
| Locality | NEWARK |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG24 1BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Melton |
| Electoral ward | Melton Warwick |
| Westminster constituency | Melton and Syston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE LIVING ROOM CINEMA LIPHOOK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45212150 - Cinema construction work

## Release History

- 13 Mar 2026 at 17:48 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023232-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023232-2026
  13th March 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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