Tender for the Operation of the City Hall, Sheffield
Sheffield City CouncilEstimated Value
Up to £18,500,000
Deadline
Not specified
Published
11 March 2025
Type
services
Overview
The Council is seeking to procure an experienced and qualified operator to manage the Sheffield City Hall. This is an exciting opportunity for an organisation to partner with the Council to manage one of its key cultural/ entertainment and convention venues in its city centre.
The City Hall hosts over 500 events annually attracting c275,000 attendees across its three main event spaces. The City Hall plays an important role in hosting a diverse range of events to the residents and visitors of Sheffield. The Council is seeking to secure a long-term operating partner: - to run a successful venue for up to 25 years that optimises the deal for the Council; - on a lease basis if possible, but the Council will consider alternative structures; - improve the current financial performance of the venue; - provide a diverse programme of events that will appeal to a wide range of residents and visitors in Sheffield and the surrounding area; and - enhance the current programme of events and support and grow the Sheffield International Concert season.
Key points
- to run a successful venue for up to 25 years that optimises the deal for the Council;
- on a lease basis if possible, but the Council will consider alternative structures.
- improve the current financial performance of the venue;
- provide a diverse programme of events: and
- enhance the current programme of events and support and grow the Sheffield International Concert season.
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Award Details
SMG UK Limited, trading as ASM Global
£18,500,000
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SMG UK Limited, trading as ASM Global
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Sheffield City CouncilKey Dates
Published
11 March 2025
Submission deadline
Not specified
Notice type
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