Ashford Arts Centre Operator
Reference ocds-h6vhtk-0792e2 · Ashford Borough Council
Open until 8 January 2027, estimated value £12,600,000.
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Description
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 Ashford Odeon cinema building, in Ashford town centre. The design for AAC is currently at RIBA Stage 3, and details in respect of the scope of the AAC in the suite of procurement documents should be treated as subject to confirmation as the design develops. AAC's programme is intended to include theatre, live performance, comedy, family shows and community use, alongside a hospitality and events offer, ensuring there is something to suit a broad range of audiences within a scale appropriate to Ashford. The estimated value stated in this notice is based on detailed financial modelling completed by Blue Horizon Ventures on behalf of the Council. The model draws on the RIBA Stage 3 design for AAC, benchmark data from comparable venues, and projected commercial and community activity across the venue’s spaces, reflecting its intended role as a hybrid commercial and community performance venue. The figure represents cumulative operato…
Official publications
| Medium | Reference | Date |
|---|---|---|
| FTS | 102539-2026 | 29 October 2026 |
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- The submission deadline is 8 January 2027. Check the official source, as dates can be modified.
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- The estimated value published by the buyer is £12,600,000.
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- The contracting authority is Ashford Borough Council (United Kingdom).
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