---
title: "ACE 1086 DAC - Artsmark Service Redesign Phase 2"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067236"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND"
published: "2026-03-24"
---

# ACE 1086 DAC - Artsmark Service Redesign Phase 2

Buyer: THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067236

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## Summary

The Arts Council of England, a central government public authority, has completed the procurement process for the Artsmark Service Redesign Phase 2, focusing on the 'Change Backlog and Prioritisation'. This tender is categorised under research consultancy services within the arts industry, aimed at supporting service improvements. The organisation's headquarters is based in Manchester, UK, yet the services are to be delivered across the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was a direct award below the threshold, meaning it was awarded without competition. The contract was signed on 20 March 2026 and is set to run from 1 April 2026 to 30 May 2026, with an allocated budget of £20,833 excluding VAT.

This contract offers significant business growth opportunities for companies involved in the arts and consultancy sectors, particularly those skilled in service redesign and strategic prioritisation. The contract has been awarded to Humsa fr, a small to medium enterprise based in France, showcasing international involvement and providing insights that can enhance cross-border partnerships. Businesses similar to Humsa fr, with expertise in research consultancy and operational redesign within the arts industry, could find such opportunities advantageous for expanding their portfolio and establishing domain leadership.

## Notice

ACE 1086 DAC - Artsmark Service Redesign Phase - 'Change Backlog and Prioritisation' 2

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026589-2026 |
| 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 | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 30 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £20,833 |

## 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

- 24 Mar 2026 at 09:13 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026589-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026589-2026
  24th 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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