Scope
Reference
ACE 1011 ITT
Description
ACE 1011 ITT - Private Dance Schools Research 2025/26
ACE is seeking a contractor to conduct research that will help ACE to better understand the current role of Private Dance Schools / studios throughout England (in terms how they fit into local cultural infrastructure, particularly in relation to geographical and socio-economic differences). ACE also seeks to understand how Private Dance Schools/studios contribute to 1) professional pathways and workforce development, and 2) promotion of under-represented and culturally diverse dance forms.
Please note this tender is being evaluated on the basis of the scope of requirements and budget available for the initial term only (6th Oct 2025 - 31st Mar 2026, £40,000 including VAT). Subject to satisfactory contract performance and further budget approval for the project's continuation, there is the option to extend the contract to December 2026. The next stage of the project will utilise the mapping completed in this study to determine the opportunities for diversification and talent development across the private dance schools sector. The further budget for the project's continuation if approved, is likely be in the region of £48,000 including VAT.
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Total value (estimated)
- £73,333.33 excluding VAT
- £88,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 6 October 2025 to 31 March 2026
- Possible extension to 31 December 2026
- 1 year, 2 months, 26 days
Description of possible extension:
Subject to satisfactory contract performance and further budget approval for the project's continuation, there is the option to extend the contract to December 2026. The next stage of the project will utilise the mapping completed in this study to determine the opportunities for diversification and talent development across the private dance schools sector. The further budget for the project's continuation if approved, is likely be in the region of £48,000 including VAT.
For the avoidance of doubt, please note this tender is being evaluated on the basis of the scope of requirements and budget available for the initial term only.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73110000 - Research services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
30 July 2025, 4:00pm
Tender submission deadline
8 August 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Total Quality | Quality | 80% |
| Total Price | Price | 20% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Arts Council England
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBGY-4385-GQGP
The Hive, 2nd Floor 47 Lever Street
Manchester
M1 1FN
United Kingdom
Contact name: Procurement Services
Region: UKD33 - Manchester
Organisation type: Public authority - central government