Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13d19-cae7-7164-9225-06da184c3b9a/enq1304-derby-culture-strategic-review

awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs

# ENQ1304 - Derby Culture Strategic Review

[Derby City Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/derby-city-council)

Estimated value

£50,000

Published

15 Jun 2026

Deadline

Closed

30 Jun 2026

## Who can bid

- Buyer says suitable for SMEs

    The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid.
- Small contract value

    Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services.
- Open procedure

    Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage.

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## About this tender

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

[eastmidstenders.org](https://www.eastmidstenders.org)

([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

[eastmidstenders.org](https://www.eastmidstenders.org)

([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

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## CPV classification

Research and development consultancy services

Source

Contracts Finder (UK)

[View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/4236452b-985e-495e-b81d-3d3485bbc53b)

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