Operating The Blackwood Miners’ Institute

Buyer
Caerphilly County Borough Council
Value
£1,600,000
Closes
18 November 2026
Where
Hengoed, Wales
Type
Open tender

In plain English

Caerphilly County Borough Council is looking for an experienced organisation to run and manage Blackwood Miners' Institute, a Grade II listed cultural venue in Wales. The successful operator will handle all artistic programming, community engagement, commercial activities, and day-to-day management to make the venue financially sustainable and community-focused.

What the buyer wants

• Develop and deliver a high-quality artistic and cultural programme that engages local communities • Provide strategic leadership and operational management of the historic venue • Maximise commercial opportunities and ensure long-term financial sustainability • Demonstrate a clear vision for the venue's future while preserving its heritage

Likely requirements

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This contract almost certainly requires an established organisation with substantial experience in arts and cultural venue management, a demonstrable track record, and financial stability. Most individual tradespeople or small single-person businesses would be disqualified unless operating as part of a larger cultural management company.

How to bid

This is an open tender: any eligible business can respond directly to the buyer by the deadline, with no framework membership needed.

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