AwardedAwarded 21 May 2026
Creative Producer for Summer 2026 Exhibition at The Word
South Tyneside Borough Council · Local authority
In brief
South Tyneside Borough Council awarded leisure and events work to Suzie Devey on 21 May 2026.
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What the notice says
Creative Producer for Summer 2026 Exhibition at The Word To design an exhibition for Summer 2026 in the 170m² main exhibition space on the ground floor. Our aim is to create a family orientated experience with interactive elements for all ages to enjoy. The exhibition must be an engaging, robust and high-quality experience for adults as well as children. The successful candidate will: • Develop a creative concept inspired by children's literature. Themes of interest include imaginary worlds, fairytales, myths and legends, and/or mythical creatures, with scope for interpretation and innovation. • Develop an experience with immersive elements, and opportunities for people to put themselves…Read the full description
Creative Producer for Summer 2026 Exhibition at The Word
To design an exhibition for Summer 2026 in the 170m² main exhibition space on the ground floor.
Our aim is to create a family orientated experience with interactive elements for all ages to enjoy. The exhibition must be an engaging, robust and high-quality experience for adults as well as children.
The successful candidate will:
• Develop a creative concept inspired by children's literature. Themes of interest include imaginary worlds, fairytales, myths and legends, and/or mythical creatures, with scope for interpretation and innovation.
• Develop an experience with immersive elements, and opportunities for people to put themselves into the book/picture (selfies).
• Design immersive experiences that encourage fun and playful interaction for both children and adults. These should include creative opportunities for participation and for visitors to place themselves within scenes or stories, using a mix of physical and digital elements - such as selfie stations or augmented reality features - to enhance engagement.
• Evidence a strong track record of developing and delivering innovative, high-quality experiences in public cultural spaces such as theatres, museums, libraries, and similar venues.
• Deliver visually striking and durable designs capable of accommodating high visitor footfall and sustained interaction over a six-month period.
Who won
| Winner | Value | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Suzie Devey (SME) 3 bids received | £60,000 | Awarded 12 February 2026 21 May 2026 to 31 January 2027 |
Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.
Timeline
- Contract award notice · UK6, notice 012905-2026
- Contract details notice · UK7, notice 047066-2026
About the buyer
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From notice 012905-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 12 February 2026, last updated 21 May 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.