Oxford City Council · Awarded contract

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Production and Event Management of Christmas Light Festival 2019 in Oxford

Awarded 16 Apr 2019

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Awarded16 Apr 2019

Value£20,103.00

SupplierSideshow Productions

AgencyOxford City Council

RegionSouth East

CategoryArts & Culture

Ended 5y 7mo ago1y 12mo term

Awarded 16 Apr 2019Expired 14 Apr 2021

About

Oxford City Council awarded a contract to Sideshow Productions for the production and event management of the Christmas Light Festival 2019.

The fixed-term role involved technical, production, and health and safety elements, including procurement, site technical planning, safety protocol, and artist advancing.

The contract holder led site visits with stakeholders and suppliers and collaborated with the Festival Programmer, Creative Producer, and delivery team to ensure best practice.

The contract value was £20,103.

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