---
title: "ACE 1070 DAC - Artsmark Service Redesign"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066ea5"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-066ea5.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND"
published: "2026-03-19"
---

# ACE 1070 DAC - Artsmark Service Redesign

Buyer: THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066ea5

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## Summary

The Arts Council of England has concluded the ACE 1070 DAC - Artsmark Service Redesign contract, focusing on 'Insight & Alignment' as Phase One. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically within the realm of research consultancy services. The contract was awarded to Humsa fr, based in France, and the process was executed through a direct procurement method that required no competition as it was below the threshold. Notable dates include the contract signing on 6th February 2026, with the period spanning until 31st March 2026. The details are currently published as part of a contract notice.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services within the arts sector. As the contract is focused on service redesign for the Artsmark initiative, businesses with expertise in research and consultancy, particularly those able to deliver services in the UK, would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts in future. With Humsa fr serving as the supplier, small to medium enterprises with specialised knowledge and innovative strategies in consultancy could find growth potential by becoming involved in such public sector projects.

## Notice

ACE 1070 DAC - Artsmark Service Redesign - 'Insight & Alignment' Phase One

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025067-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £24,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 1FN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HUMSA FR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2026 at 11:14 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025067-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025067-2026
  19th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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