---
title: "Eastbourne Sports Complex - Holiday Activity Project Programme Delivery"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d43d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-27"
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# Eastbourne Sports Complex - Holiday Activity Project Programme Delivery

Buyer: DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d43d

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## Summary

Darlington Borough Council has completed the procurement process for the delivery of the "Eastbourne Sports Complex - Holiday Activity Project Programme." This project falls under the services category within the recreational, cultural, and sporting services sector. The procurement took place in Darlington, United Kingdom (region UKC13), through a limited competition method under a below-threshold status. The procurement process initiated on 27th July 2026, with key contractual activities running from this date until 31st August 2028, and has the potential for a 12-month extension. The award has already been made, with Martin Gray Football Academy Ltd selected as the supplier for this project.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in providing sporting and cultural programme services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), such as sports academies and event organisers, are particularly well-suited to partake in such contracts, given their expertise in delivering educational and recreational activities. This contract not only facilitates business growth by providing a stable service delivery opportunity over several years but also enhances reputations through public sector partnership. Business growth is further supported by the potential one-year extension, allowing for a longer-term engagement.

## Notice

Eastbourne Sports Complex - Holiday Activity Project Programme Delivery throughout school holidays

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070760-2026 |
| 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 | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £75,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL1 5QT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Park East |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MARTIN GRAY FOOTBALL ACADEMY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 27 Jul 2026 at 11:51 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070760-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070760-2026
  27th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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