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title: "Operating The Blackwood Miners’ Institute"
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# Operating The Blackwood Miners’ Institute

Source: [Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/operating-the-blackwood-miners-institute-ocds-h6vhtk-065a79). UK public procurement intelligence compiled from official UK procurement notices.

> **Tenderline Executive Summary:** Caerphilly County Borough Council: "Operating The Blackwood Miners’ Institute". Published status: active. Concession Value: £1,600,000. 1 published lot. Recorded submission deadline: 18 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT. Published submission portal: supplierlive.proactisp2p.com.

## Key Information
- **Status:** ACTIVE (open for submissions, 29 days left when this document was generated)
- **Buyer:** [Caerphilly County Borough Council](https://tenderline.uk/buyers/caerphilly-county-borough-council-ons-w06000018)
- **Concession Value (operator's expected revenue):** £1,600,000 (GBP)
- **Submission Deadline:** 18 November 2026 at 12:00 GMT
- **Lots:** 1
- **Procurement Method:** Open procedure
- **Main Category:** services
- **Classifications (CPV):** Artistic and literary creation and interpretation services, Arts-facility operation services, Dance and performance entertainment services, Museum services and preservation services of historical sites and buildings, Property management services of real estate on a fee or contract basis (+1 more)
- **Delivery Location:** UKL16
- **Legal Basis:** UKPGA 2023/54
- **Official Documents:** 5 published documents & notices ([view on Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/operating-the-blackwood-miners-institute-ocds-h6vhtk-065a79#documents))
- **OCID:** `ocds-h6vhtk-065a79`

## Before you bid
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- **Expected competition:** how many bids lots like this attract, from past awards in the same market.
- **Who could compete:** suppliers who have won similar work, and who holds the current contract.
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- **What it takes to win:** selection and award criteria, lot by lot.
- **Contract history:** what this tender replaces, and every notice in the procedure.

[Open the competition and buyer analysis](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/operating-the-blackwood-miners-institute-ocds-h6vhtk-065a79#tl-md)

## Submission
- **Submission Platform:** [supplierlive.proactisp2p.com](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsupplierlive.proactisp2p.com%2FAccount%2FLogin%23)
- **How to bid:** https://tenderline.uk/tenders/operating-the-blackwood-miners-institute-ocds-h6vhtk-065a79#participate

## Description
Blackwood Miners' Institute (BMI) is a cultural landmark with a proud history. Caerphilly County Borough Council (CCBC) is seeking to appoint an external operator to lead the artistic, cultural, community and commercial activity of this Grade II listed historic venue
Following a comprehensive review of the venue's future operating model, CCBC is now commencing a formal procurement process to identify a suitably experienced organisation to manage and develop Blackwood Miners' Institute. The Council is inviting applications from organisations with proven expertise in cultural, arts, heritage, entertainment and venue management, and a strong track record of delivering sustainable and community focused operations.
The successful operator will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational management of the venue, ensuring the delivery of a high quality artistic and cultural programme, engaging local communities, maximising commercial opportunities and safeguarding the long term sustainability of the Institute.
Through this tender opportunity, CCBC is seeking an operator that can demonstrate a clear vision for the future of Blackwood Miners' Institute, building upon its heritage and reputation while developing a vibrant, financially resilient, and inclusive cultural destination.
Tenderers will be required to submit responses in accordance with the requirements set out within the procurement documentation. Submissions will be evaluated against the published criteria, including quality, financial sustainability, operational capability, and community impact. Following evaluation, CCBC intends to appoint a preferred operator and enter into a contractual agreement for the management and operation of Blackwood Miners' Institute.
This opportunity represents a unique chance to shape the future of one of Wales' most significant cultural venues and to contribute to the continued cultural, social, and economic development of the local community.
Full details can be found in the Initiation to Tender  (ITT) Pack

## Lots (1)
### Lot 1: Untitled lot
- **Lot id:** `1`
- **Status:** active
- **CPV codes:** 70330000, 92310000, 92320000, 92330000, 92340000, 92520000
- **Delivery regions:** UKL
- **Delivery countries in notice:** GB
- **Estimated Value:** £1,600,000

- **Contract Period:** 01/02/2027 to 31/01/2032
- **Renewal published:** yes

## Provenance and Official Sources
- **Official Notice:** [Find a Tender notice](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.find-tender.service.gov.uk%2FNotice%2F092526-2026)
- **Last Source Update:** 2026-09-30T14:59:21.000Z
- **This document generated:** 2026-10-20T17:13:37.736Z
- **Machine API:** https://tenderline.uk/api/public/tenders/ocds-h6vhtk-065a79