Recreational, cultural and sporting services tenders in the UK
There are currently 27 open public tenders in Recreational, cultural and sporting services. The next deadline is 2 Nov 2026, and 3 close within a week. 27 state an estimated value, together £20.9m (median £100,000). Most active buyers: Science Museum Group (4), Wickersley Parish Council (2). Most in demand: Library, archives, museums and other cultural services, Entertainment services.
Open tenders27
Next deadline2 Nov 2026
Median estimated value£100,000
Buyers21
Updated 30 Oct 2026.
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Largest tender: Ashford Arts Centre Operator – Ashford Borough Council, £12.6m, deadline 8 Jan 2027.
Most active buyers: Science Museum Group (4), Wickersley Parish Council (2), Natural History Museum (2), HYTHE TOWN COUNCIL (2), London Borough of Croydon (1).
Regions: London (9), West Midlands (2), Wales (2), East of England (2), North East (1).
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Norbury Railway Bridge Art Commission
Buyer: London Borough of Croydon · Deadline: 2 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £32,500 · Region: London
Croydon is looking for a supplier to provide the Norbury Railway Bridge Art Commission LBC Regeneration will run a two-stage EOI process and procure/select an artist - SELECTED Please submit your expression of interest by email PrideinPlace@croydon.gov.uk
Supply of Cameras and Associated Equipment Used for Traffic Monitoring Purposes
Buyer: Durham County Council · Deadline: 2 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £200,000 · Region: North East
This service shall be provided for existing cameras and any additional cameras installed as and when required during the period of the contract.The service shall consist of the following: Managed Camera and Hosting Service Real-Time Image Services Traffic…
UEFA EURO 28 Birmingham Host City - Festival Development
Buyer: Birmingham City Council · Deadline: 6 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £320,000 · Region: West Midlands
Birmingham City Council wishes to procure specialist consultancy services to support the development of detailed operational plans for Birmingham's UEFA EURO 2028 Host City UEFA Festival. The Council requires an experienced supplier to develop the existing…
Buyer: British Film Institute · Deadline: 9 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £170,000 · Region: London
The BFI National Archive has used a bespoke software to track activity on collections items since 2011. This system has reached end-of-life and is no longer fit for purpose. The BFI National Archive needs a software which enables us to request and track…
CA18552 - RFQ 2026/40 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS "Thriving Together" - 3.2 Minority Community Support Programme - Journeys & Belonging
Buyer: Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) · Deadline: 10 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £20,307
Competent consultancy companies are hereby invited to tender to design, develop and deliver a minority community support programme, that will be delivered across the Rowallane and Slieve Croob DEAs (District Electoral Areas). The programme will provide…
3D, 2D and Lighting Exhibition Design Services for: The Ocean (working title) Temporary Exhibition at Science Museum 2028 & Science and Industry Museum 2029
Buyer: Science Museum Group · Deadline: 15 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £108,000 · Region: London
SMG wishes to award a contract for the provision of 3D, 2D and Lighting Exhibition Design Services. 3D, 2D and Lighting Exhibition Design Services for: The Ocean (working title) Temporary Exhibition at Science Museum 2028 & Science and Industry Museum 2029
ACE 1122 ITQ - 'Artsmark 25 Young People Commissioners' Project Partner
Buyer: ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND · Deadline: 16 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £15,000
Artsmark is a national award and development programme that helps schools put arts and culture at the heart of education by recognising achievement, supporting improvement and fostering connections. The Artsmark Award is accredited by Arts Council England and…
MTC for repairs & maintenance of CCTV, door access & PA systems
Buyer: Belfast City Council · Deadline: 16 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £400,000 · Region: Northern Ireland
The works covered by this Contract comprises the repair, maintenance and minor works of CCTV, Door Access and PA Systems at various Belfast City Council Properties and locations. Any or all of the locations as listed may be added to the Contract at the sole…
Contract for Bike Tracks at Coed Gwilym & Coed Bach
Buyer: City & County of Swansea · Deadline: 17 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £63,200 · Region: Wales
This contract covers the design and build of bike trail improvements at two sites: Coed Gwilym and Parc Coed Bach. At Coed Gwilym, the woodland jump trails will be redesigned and rebuilt, based on the community consultation held on 8 September 2026. At Parc…
Buyer: Science Museum Group · Deadline: 18 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £100,000 · Region: London
The Science Museum Group (SMG) wishes to establish a contract for the provision of Video Games Exhibition Fit-out services and Graphics at the National Science and Media Museum (NSMM), Bradford. Please see Appendix 2 Specification for more information.
ITT - Demonstrating the impact of Historic England’s planning advice - UID 368
Buyer: Historic England · Deadline: 19 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £40,000 · Region: South West
Historic England seeks a supplier to undertake a focused evaluation of whether its advice on Grade II listed building consent (LBC) applications involving statutory ‘relevant works’ leads to material changes in development proposals. The study will compare…
Buyer: Natural Resources Wales · Deadline: 19 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £350,000 · Region: Wales
Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is inviting tenders for a land management contract in the Mid South region. The successful contractor will deliver a formal viewing area scheme within the Coed y Rhaiadr forest, overlooking the Sgwd Clun Gwyn Uchaf Waterfall. Key…
Buyer: Wickersley Parish Council · Deadline: 20 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £30,000
GARDENING AND LANDSCAPING CONTRACT 2027 - 2030 We invite Expressions of Interest from contractors wanting to tender for Wickersley Parish Council's Gardening and Landscaping Contract from 1st April 2027 until 31st March 2030. Please apply for a tender…
Buyer: Wickersley Parish Council · Deadline: 20 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £30,000
Wickersley Parish Council's Grounds Maintenance Contract running from April 2027 to March 2030 is now out for tender. We invite Expressions of Interest from contractors wishing to explore the opportunity to tender; please apply for a tender specification pack…
Buyer: Science Museum Group · Deadline: 20 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £40,000 · Region: London
The Science Museum Group wishes to appoint a Supplier to provide a survey of 13 heritage aviation airframes, assessing structural safety and other hazards. We require surveys of 13 historic aircraft currently stored at the Science and Innovation Park,…
Buyer: Science Museum Group · Deadline: 20 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £25,000 · Region: London
The Science Museum Group is looking for a contractor to deliver the main setworks as part of an exhibition about iconic posters at the National Railway Museum (NRM) in York
Buyer: Nuclear Waste Services Limited · Deadline: 23 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £500,000 · Region: North West
NWS requires an experienced agency of Film, Audio and Video Production with demonstrable credentials, which include evidence of previous work for high-profile clients in both the private and public sectors. The Contractor’s staff will work with NWS and will…
Collections Store Refurbishments - Logistics Hub - Principal Contractor
Buyer: Natural History Museum · Deadline: 25 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £1.0m · Region: London
The Collection Store Refurbishment (CSR) Project forms part of both the wider NHM Unlocked Programme and NHM 150th Anniversary Campaign Programme, which supports: -The internal moves of 11 million specimens -The moves of 28 million specimens to our new…
Buyer: Perth & Kinross Council · Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £260,000 · Region: Scotland
Perth and Kinross Council are looking for an experienced copywriter to undertake work through Perth and Kinross Council. We require an agency with significant experience in writing engaging copy for a business and investor audience, with a particular focus on…
Request for Quote: Musical Groups & Workshop Providers - East and South Cambridgeshire (June-July 2027)
Buyer: Cambridgeshire County Council · Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £5,000 · Region: East of England
Organisation: Cambridgeshire Music Service Required: Live Performances and Interactive Music Workshops for Primary and Secondary-Aged Children, Including Inclusive Provision for Pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Location: East and…
Buyer: Stevenage Borough Council · Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 · Estimated value: £2.5m · Region: East of England
Stevenage Borough Council is currently out to procurement for PROVISION OF CCTV OPERATIVES FOR THE HERTFORDSHIRE CCTV PARTNERSHIP CONTROL ROOM The requirement is for a single contractor to provide a monitoring service within the CCTV control room based in…
Gallery 33 - Principal Contractor Exhibition Fit-Out
Buyer: Natural History Museum · Deadline: 1 Dec 2026 · Estimated value: £1.5m · Region: London
In September 2027, we will open a new, permanent gallery at South Kensington dedicated to building a positive connection to nature in our very youngest audiences - aged 4-7 years old - and their adults. This brand-new gallery will be a place where visitors…
Buyer: Shropshire Council · Deadline: 4 Dec 2026 · Estimated value: £360,000 · Region: West Midlands
The provision, management and operation of golf services and the golf shop at Meole Brace Golf Course, including the delivery of customer-facing golf services, administration of golf bookings and associated activities, operation and management of the golf…
Buyer: HYTHE TOWN COUNCIL · Deadline: 31 Dec 2026 · Estimated value: £32,388
Grounds Maintenance Contract 2027-2032 The Council is responsible for a number of public open spaces and parks within the town and is committed to ensuring that these areas are maintained to a clean, tidy and high standard for the benefit of residents and…
Buyer: HYTHE TOWN COUNCIL · Deadline: 31 Dec 2026 · Estimated value: £57,000
Grounds Maintenance Contract 2027-2032 SOUTH ROAD The Council is responsible for a number of public open spaces and parks within the town and is committed to ensuring that these areas are maintained to a clean, tidy and high standard for the benefit of…
Buyer: Ashford Borough Council · Deadline: 8 Jan 2027 · Estimated value: £12.6m · Region: South East
The Council seeks a suitably skilled, long-term partner to manage and operate Ashford Arts Centre (AAC) via a concession arrangement. AAC is a new community and commercial arts centre being delivered by the Council through the redevelopment of the former…
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