Planning

Provision of Catering Services at The Engine House Swindon

HISTORIC ENGLAND LIMITED

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Planning

20 Dec 2019 at 09:51

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Historic England Limited, seeking a contractor for "Provision of Catering Services at The Engine House Swindon". This tender falls under the catering services industry category and is located at The Engine House, Swindon, England (postal code SN2 2EH). Currently in the planning stage, the tender has a key engagement end date of January 30, 2020, with a description detailing the need for a daily catering service operating from 08:00 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in catering services, particularly those with a strong emphasis on community engagement and social value initiatives. Companies capable of delivering a diverse menu that accommodates dietary preferences, along with experience in high-volume service environments, would be well-suited to compete. Additionally, businesses that can maintain an inclusive and customer-focused atmosphere are encouraged to express their interest, as this contract aims to enhance the dining experience for the significant number of staff and visitors frequenting the site.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Catering Services at The Engine House Swindon

Notice Description

Request for expression of interest Additional information: Situated in Swindon The Engine House acts as a regional hub for both Historic England and English Heritage staff and the cafe is situated at the heart of this beautiful Grade 2 listed building. We are looking for a daily catering service to operate our Cafe between the hours of 08.00 - 16.30 Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays). There are approximately 450 staff based on site plus visitors from other offices, members of the public visiting our Library and Public Search Room and the opportunity to provide some adhoc hospitality for training courses and large events. Our catering partner will provide a menu showing originality, value for money and include choices for vegetarians and those with allergens. We would welcome interest from providers supporting a wider social value, be it charitable or local community initiative. Our catering partner will create a friendly, inclusive environment that entices customers in via a varied offer. The service will be staffed sufficiently to meet peak demands and will meet all legislative requirements, that is attentive and courteous to its customers whilst being cost effective. We will provide the space free and in return requires the caterer to supply and maintain all catering equipment on site. For more details please contact Kim Talbot on 01793 414621 closing date 30 January 2020

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1796aaff-6988-4654-9b34-42c8f5594956
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/247a7b9e-5aed-4a4d-8c67-862a22943b56
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

55520000 - 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
20 Dec 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Jan 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
HISTORIC ENGLAND LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 2EH
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Mannington and Western
Westminster Constituency
Swindon South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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