Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council
Dudley
DY1 1HF
Contact
Stuart Connelly
Exp-Interest.Halls@dudley.gov.uk
Telephone
+44 03005552345
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKG36 - Dudley
Internet address(es)
Main address
https://www.dudley.gov.uk/eoihalls
one.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Regional or local authority
one.5) Main activity
General public services
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Managing the town halls
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 92300000 - Entertainment services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
Market testing prior to the outsourcing of the management of the Halesowen and Stourbridge Town Halls
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £10
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: Yes
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Halesowen Town Hall
Lot No
1
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 92300000 - Entertainment services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKG36 - Dudley
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Management of Halesowen Town Hall
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Stourbridge Town Hall
Lot No
2
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 92300000 - Entertainment services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKG36 - Dudley
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Managing the Stourbridge Town hall
two.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice
12 August 2024
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: No
Section six. Complementary information
six.3) Additional information
Expressions of Interest for Halesowen and/or Stourbridge Town Halls.Dudley Council welcomes expressions of interest from Entertainment organisations or Community groups who can demonstrate appropriate experience to take over the management of these popular entertainment / community venues. The Council wishes to see the venues remain as valued local community assets that continue to host a range of events. The successful operator(s) will be able to demonstrate a successful commercial background, preferably within the field of venue management. For clarity, organisations or groups may apply to take on the future management of either or both venues.Halesowen Town Hall (formerly Cornbow Hall) -10 Hagley Street, Halesowen, B63 3ATHalesowen Town Hall is a popular venue located in the busy Halesowen town centre. This large hall provides a well-equipped auditorium and bar area, Ideal for shows, concerts, sales exhibitions, meetings, discos, dances and wedding receptions. 368 seated / 450 standing.Stourbridge Town Hall - Crown Centre, Crown Lane, Stourbridge, DY8 1YEStourbridge Town Hall is in the Heart of Stourbridge town centre. The Victorian town hall is a locally listed building that opened in 1887 to celebrate Queen Victoria’s jubilee. This beautiful Hall offers all the modern comforts you would expect; ideal for shows, concerts, sales exhibitions, meetings, discos, dances and wedding receptions. 425 seated / 800 standing.To submit your interest please complete the following Form. https://forms.office.com/e/Rm9tXFa7QhSite viewings for interested organisations:Any interested parties wishing to visit the venue should email: Exp-Interest.Halls@dudley.gov.uk providing three alternative dates and times to meet (this is to ensure officer availability on one of the selected dates).Approximate Timetable for Decision Making: Closing date for Expression of Interest 5pm - 16th September 2024 Closing date for bids5pm - 30th November 2024 Contract start dateApril 2025