---
title: "Dartford Town Centre Cultural Activity 2026"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0689d7"
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# Dartford Town Centre Cultural Activity 2026

Buyer: DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0689d7

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## Summary

Dartford Borough Council has awarded a contract for the "Dartford Town Centre Cultural Activity 2026", with COHESION PLUS KENT as the supplier. This contract involves delivering cultural programmes and producing films to enhance community engagement and visibility of the town centre. The procurement process was conducted through a direct method, below the threshold without competition, and is classified under the entertainment services category. The contract covers services to be executed in Dartford, located in the UKJ43 region of the United Kingdom, with the contractual period starting on 5th May 2026 and concluding on 14th November 2026. The procurement stage now is complete, with the contract being actively executed.

This tender presents a unique opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in cultural and entertainment services to showcase their expertise in a vibrant and active community setting. It is particularly beneficial for businesses that have existing strong ties or seek to establish connections with local stakeholders in Dartford. The collaboration offers the opportunity to engage with various local artists and businesses, providing ample scope for networking and local brand visibility. The project accentuates the cultural vibrancy of Dartford, and businesses with innovative ideas for cultural events, media production, and community engagement can find a fertile ground for growth and impact.

## Notice

* Deliver 31 programmes of entertainment in and around the town centre working in partnership with local business stakeholders * Engage 20 local and Kent based artists to participate in the programme * Produce 18 x films highlighting Dartford as a dynamic, energetic and ever evolving place to visit * Work with local businesses to capture the impact that the programme has had on them, the local economy and civic pride * Engage 10 x local businesses / traders and showcase their services as part of our social media output * Over 120,000 views online from content shared on social media channels

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043131-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 4 May 2026 - 14 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £52,000 |
| Contracts value | £52,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DARTFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | DARTFORD |
| Post town | Dartford |
| Postcode | DA1 1DR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ43 Kent Thames Gateway |
| Local authority | Dartford |
| Electoral ward | Town |
| Westminster constituency | Dartford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COHESION PLUS KENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92300000 - Entertainment services

## Release History

- 11 May 2026 at 14:46 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043131-2026
- 23 Apr 2026 at 14:02 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037176-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043131-2026
  11th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037176-2026
  23rd April 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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