ENQ1304 - Derby Culture Strategic Review

DERBY CITY COUNCIL

Published: Jun 15, 2026

Updated: Jun 21, 2026

Source: uk_contracts_finder

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the education and training sector. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 50,000. Proposals must be submitted before June 30, 2026.

Published through UK Contracts Finder, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the education and training sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

Derby City Council seeks to appoint a suitably experienced consultant or consortium to undertake a strategic review of Derby's cultural infrastructure, governance, organisational arrangements and investment model. The contract is estimated to commence on 16th July 2026 and expire on 26th February 2027. Please note suppliers wishing to express interest and obtain the documentation must do so by 11:00 on Tuesday 30th June 2026. It is recommended that you express interest and obtain the documentation well before this time to allow sufficient time to prepare and submit a bid. The deadline for returns is 12:00 on Tuesday 30th June 2026. Documents are available at www.eastmidstenders.org (https://www.eastmidstenders.org) Please search for ENQ1304 or DN818876. Please note: we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system. Additional information: Please note suppliers wishing to express interest and obtain the documentation must do so by 11:00 on Tuesday 30th June 2026. It is recommended that you express interest and obtain the documentation well before this time to allow sufficient time to prepare and submit a bid. The deadline for returns is 12:00 on Tuesday 30th June 2026. Documents are available at www.eastmidstenders.org (https://www.eastmidstenders.org) Please search for ENQ1304 or DN818876. Please note: we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system. CPV: Research and development consultancy services (73200000). Procedure: Open procedure (below threshold). Suitable for SMEs

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK Contracts Finder and was originally published on June 15, 2026. Last refreshed 3 days ago. Reference: ENQ1304. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About DERBY CITY COUNCIL

DERBY CITY COUNCIL has issued 240 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 10 currently open and 202 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Construction & Civil Works, Governance & Public Administration, and Education & Training. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK Contracts Finder and UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: June 18, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is £50,000 - £50,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK Contracts Finder to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference ENQ1304 when communicating with the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is June 30, 2026. You have 6 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by DERBY CITY COUNCIL in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Education & Training sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.