Planning

Expression of Interest for Corby Enterprise Centre Cafe

CORBY BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Planning

21 Jul 2020 at 14:45

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Corby Borough Council, seeks expressions of interest for the operation of a café at the Corby Enterprise Centre, located in Corby, England. The contract falls within the canteen and catering services industry category, with the planning stage currently underway. Key dates include the engagement end date set for 5th August 2020, which signifies the final opportunity for interested parties to submit their expressions of interest. This early engagement opportunity is aimed at assessing interest in the café space that includes a small kitchen and serving station, with terms that include a minimum twelve-month contract period and a rent-free first six months.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the catering and hospitality sectors, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that can provide competitive pricing and quality service will benefit from this contract. With a diverse clientele from approximately fifty companies employing around two hundred staff on-site, businesses that can adapt their offerings to meet catering requirements for meetings and events at the Centre or create an attractive café environment are well-suited to apply and could see significant growth as a result.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Expression of Interest for Corby Enterprise Centre Cafe

Notice Description

Background Corby Enterprise Centre benefits from approximately fifty (50) companies operating on-site, comprising of approximately two-hundred (200) staff. The reception is open between 8:30am and 5:00pm Monday to Thursday and between 8:30am and 4:30pm on Fridays. Corby Enterprise Centre has previously had a contract with an on-site cafe operator, but additional cafe and catering businesses, which have recently opened in the area, have increased the options for the clients and visitors to the Centre, making any on-site offer less attractive for any potential operator. What's on Offer? Corby Enterprise Centre has a small kitchen and serving station available to rent, which benefits from eye and base level storage, which comprise: 1. Under-counter storage (beneath serving station); 2. Small drawers x4; 3. Large drawers x4; and 4. Cupboards x5, 3 of these are lockable. The following appliances are also included for use: 1. Small fridge x1; 2. Kettle x1 3. Toaster x1; and 4. Microwave x1. Also included in the offer is a sit-down area for customers, which includes the use of five (5) tables, each with four (4) chairs. Other Considerations The contract term will be a minimum twelve (12) months. The first six (6) months will be Rent Free. Rental cost includes all utilities (water, gas and electricity). If the Corby Enterprise Centre have any catering requirements for meetings, events, etc., the opportunity to cater these will be offered to any in-house cafe operator in the first instance. There are two (2) vending machines in reception area which offer tea & coffee and crisps, chocolate & cold drinks. These vending machines will remain on-site and are the exclusive responsibility of a separate third-party provider. The Good Bean Cafe, is located opposite the Corby Enterprise Centre, offering a selection of hot and cold drinks and hot & cold food. How Do You Register Interest? If you are interested in renting the kitchen area at the Corby Enterprise Centre, please provide an expression of interest to Corby Borough Council, including the following information at procurement@corby.gov.uk Information Required Contact Name: Business Name: Business Address: Monthly Rent Proposed: Additional information: Please note that this is an early engagement, requesting expressions of interest, to enable the Council to determine appetite for the service. Based on the responses received (or lack thereof), it may not progress to full procurement exercise.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36246fb2-938a-47c5-848a-48ae075df125
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55500000 - Canteen and catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Aug 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CORBY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CORBY
Postcode
NN17 5EU
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Corby Rural
Westminster Constituency
Corby and East Northamptonshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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