---
title: "Canada Water Theatre Management Contract"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0675c5"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK"
published: "2026-03-26"
---

# Canada Water Theatre Management Contract

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0675c5

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## Summary

The London Borough of Southwark has concluded a procurement process for the Canada Water Theatre Management Contract, aimed at selecting a long-term operator. This contract pertains to the management and programming of a cultural venue located in Southwark, London, within the Recreational, cultural and sporting services industry category. Theatre Peckham has been awarded the contract following a limited competition procurement method under a concession scheme. Commencing on 1st April 2026 with a term of five years and a potential extension of two years, the contract represents a significant step in the Southwark Council's commitment to cultural enrichment in the region.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for growth, particularly for businesses involved in cultural and recreational services. Although limited competition was employed, Theatre Peckham's success in securing the contract demonstrates that smaller organisations, specifically SMEs with local expertise, can effectively compete and thrive in public sector contracts. Businesses that specialise in theatre management, cultural programming, and community engagement would be particularly well-suited for similar opportunities, especially where regional relevance and community impact are prioritised by contracting authorities like Southwark Council.

## Notice

The theatre was previously managed by the south London-based organisation The Albany from 2011 to 2023. Since April 2023, Southwark-based company Theatre Peckham has operated the venue under an interim agreement, which is due to conclude in March 2026. To identify a long-term operator, the Council launched an open procurement process to award a contract commencing in April 2026 for a five-year term, with an optional two-year extension. Following a competitive tender process, Theatre Peckham has been awarded the new contract. Under this agreement, Theatre Peckham will deliver the operational management and programme for the venue on behalf of the Council.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028192-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £154,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 2QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |
| Local authority | Southwark |
| Electoral ward | London Bridge & West Bermondsey |
| Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THEATRE PECKHAM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2026 at 17:20 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028192-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028192-2026
  26th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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