Film Office opportunity set to boost the region's Film Industry

Portsmouth City Council, in partnership with The Solent Growth Partnership and The Partnership for South Hampshire (PfSH), is inviting experienced consultants to help shape and run a new regional film office for Solent and South Hampshire.

Aimed at making the area even more film-friendly, this initiative is backed by local authorities via the Solent Growth Partnership with provisional funding of around £60,000. The new film office will serve as a hub to support local film production, streamline processes, and encourage economic growth through creative industries.

At this early stage, the Council is asking interested suppliers for their feedback. The Council will use this to determine market interest and get input on the proposed service, contractual models, procurement approach, and key milestones. Any feedback received will help improve the final specifications before the formal tender process kicks off.

Councillor Steve Pitt, Leader of Portsmouth City Council said:

 "This initiative represents a significant opportunity to boost the local film industry, whilst reinforcing South Hampshire's position as a vibrant hub for film and creative production! We urge anyone interested in being part of it to submit their application."

The chosen consultant will operate the film office on a three-year initial contract, which could be extended up to five years. A steering group made up of representatives from all the partner organisations, in close collaboration with Portsmouth City Council, will oversee the project. The tender will be handled as a below-threshold open tender.

Key Dates:

• RFI Issued: 7 May 2025
• RFI Submission Deadline: 27 May 2025, 12:00 BST
• Procurement Documents Available: 16 June 2025
• Deadline for Clarification Requests: 4 July 2025, 23:59 BST
• Tender Submission Deadline: 14 July 2025, 12:00 BST
• Award Decision: 29 July 2025
• Project Start: Week commencing 4 August 2025

Anyone interested can view the detailed specifications and submission documents via the Portsmouth City Council's e-tendering portal, InTend. For assistance with portal access, please email procurement@portsmouthcc.gov.uk.

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