West Yorkshire Music Network 2

West Yorkshire Combined Authority (the CA) is looking to appoint an organisation, with consortium approaches strongly encouraged, to continue the delivery of the West Yorkshire Music Network (the Network). The appointee will build on the foundations of the Network’s initial phase and continue to strengthen the West Yorkshire Region’s music ecosystem, by coordinating an inclusive, region-wide network that supports music creators, businesses, organisations, and their supply chains, through improved connectivity, accessible information and knowledge sharing, collaborative opportunities and targeted sector development activity. The next phase is expected to evolve the Network’s digital presence, expand its reach across all five West Yorkshire districts, enhance engagement with underrepresented communities, and deepen the quality and consistency of events, networking, and professional support. The retender aims to ensure the Network becomes a sustainable, well-connected resource that reflects the diversity of West Yorkshire’s music sector, fosters collaboration, amplifies local talent and activity, and provides responsive support that aligns with regional cultural, economic, and skills priorities.