003550 - Flagship Festival 2027
key details
| Value | £1,500,000 (£1,800,000 inc. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Status | active |
| Category (CPV) | 79950000 |
| Region | North East |
| Deadline | 8 Oct 2026 |
| Procedure | open |
| OCID | ocds-h6vhtk-06f5ce |
description
Durham County Council is seeking an experienced and innovative delivery partner to develop and deliver a new flagship cultural event for County Durham.
The Council is looking for a bold, ambitious and distinctive proposition that represents a step change from traditional festival models and has the potential to become a recurring, nationally recognised event. The successful proposal should be original, participatory and rooted in County Durham's unique identity, bringing together culture, creativity, innovation, technology and community engagement.
The event should create a defining cultural moment for the county, enhancing its reputation as a place of creativity and excellence, while delivering lasting cultural, social and economic benefits. Proposals must demonstrate strong opportunities for participation, skills development and talent progression, particularly for children and young people, ensuring local communities play an active role in shaping and delivering the event.
documents
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085456-2026 , tenderNotice
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notice history
1 notice published against this procurement.
| Published | Type | Regime | Notice |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Sept 2026 | Tender notice (UK4) | Procurement Act 2023 | 085456-2026 |
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