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WNC Catering and Bar Framework - AWARD

West Northamptonshire Council

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07 Nov 2024 at 16:06

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Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council has awarded a framework contract for catering and bar services, titled "WNC Catering and Bar Framework - AWARD," under the industry category of catering services (CPV: 55520000). This procurement process has reached the Award stage, with key dates including a tender period that ended on 15th July 2024 and a contract period from 1st September 2024 to 31st August 2028. The primary location for these services will be the Guildhall in Northampton, with potential expansion to the Forum in Towcester and County Hall in Northampton. The contract is structured into seven lots covering various catering needs, from bar/alcohol to wedding breakfasts and world foods/ethnic cuisine. This open procedure is open to SMEs and has received an active status as of 7th November 2024.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for catering companies, particularly those specialised in providing bar services, event catering, corporate lunches, and diverse culinary options. The framework is well-suited for established catering businesses, especially SMEs, that can offer flexibility and cater to diverse event requirements. Participating businesses, such as Edgar Catering Ltd, Gusto Catering Limited, and The Northamptonshire Caterer trading as Cibo, have secured roles as suppliers under this awarded framework. By joining this framework, catering service providers can gain a stable revenue stream through long-term contracts and expand their market presence within the East Midlands region, particularly in Northamptonshire.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WNC Catering and Bar Framework - AWARD

Notice Description

The Council is seeking to appoint a diverse group of Contractors to provide catering for events at corporate buildings by means of a framework contract. The Council are also seeking to appoint a sole Contractor to supply alcohol and bar service as per customer requirements. The existing framework ends on 30/06/2024 and is being re-procured. The Guildhall in Northampton will be the primary location for the service. However, as the business expands, there may be scope to provide the service to the Forum in Towcester and County Hall in Northampton. The new framework will be divided into 7 Lots: Lot 1: Bar/alcohol Lot 2: Large events and Civic events Lot 3: Sandwiches, afternoon tea and buffets for small events Lot 4: Business breakfasts and corporate lunches Lot 5: Wedding breakfasts for small events Lot 6: World foods/ethnic cuisine Lot 7: Christmas parties

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-15585c15-acf5-4337-a256-d01e7fc498cc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0e2d615-c66b-4f98-854c-8092a6f6d321
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55520000 - Catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2028 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
West Northamptonshire Council
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Postcode Area
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

Edgar Catering Ltd t/a I Love Catering

Gusto Catering

SUPERNOTE LIMITED

The Northamptonshire Caterer trading as Cibo

Unbuttoned LTD Trading as Portfolio Events

Further Information

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