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Operating The Blackwood Miners’ Institute

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Caerphilly County Borough Council is seeking an experienced external operator to provide strategic leadership and operational management for the Blackwood Miners Institute, a Grade II listed historic venue. The successful provider will be responsible for leading the artistic, cultural, community, and commercial activities of the site to transform it into a vibrant, inclusive, and financially resilient cultural destination. Key deliverables include the implementation of a high quality artistic and cultural programme, active engagement with local communities, and the maximization of commercial opportunities to ensure the long term sustainability of the institute. The contract, identified by solicitation number CCBC/PS3030/26/HS, has an estimated total value of 1,600,000 GBP excluding VAT. The initial performance period is scheduled from 1 February 2027 to 31 January 2032, with a possible five year extension taking the term to 31 January 2037. This opportunity is noted as being particularly suitable for small and medium sized enterprises as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises. Submissions must be made electronically in either English or Welsh by the deadline of 18 November 2026 at 12:00pm, with enquiries accepted until 11 November 2026. The award will be based on a 100 percent quality evaluation, focusing on operational capability, financial sustainability, and community impact. The procurement process is managed by Helen Sellwood of the Caerphilly County Borough Council.

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Operator for Blackwood Miners Institute, 1.6M GBP, 2027-2032, quality-based award, deadline November 2026.

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Caerphilly County Borough Council

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712120 - Historical Sites

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Tender Notice: Operating The Blackwood Miners’ Institute

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AgencyCaerphilly County Borough Council
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Helen Sellwood
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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

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