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| Source: | Find a Tender Service (FTS) |
| Notice Type: | Tender update |
| Buyer: | Durham County Council |
| Main Category: | Services |
| Procurement Method: | Open |
| Tender Status: | Open |
| Estimated Value (ex. VAT): | £1,500,000 |
| Estimated Value (inc. VAT): | £1,800,000 |
| Release Date: | 2 October 2026 |
| Application Deadline: | 29 October 2026 |
| Procurement ID (OCID): | ocds-h6vhtk-06f5ce |
| Notice Reference: | 093075-2026 |
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003550 - Flagship Festival 2027
003550 - Flagship Festival 2027
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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.
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Application Deadline
29 October 2026
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