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Contract for the Operation of the Winchester City Street Market

WINCHESTER CITY COUNCIL

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29 May 2025 at 17:42

Summary of the contracting process

Winchester City Council initiated an open procurement process for the operation of the Winchester City Street Market, with a focus on delivering a curated programme of markets to enhance the local economy. The contract, valued at £645,000, covers retail trade services and event services as identified by CPV codes 55900000 and 79952000. It was awarded to SMT Management Consultants Ltd. The market operation is set for a period from 1 May 2025 to 30 April 2030, with an initial term of three years and the possibility of two annual extensions. Located in Winchester, this procurement process was completed with the award status officially recorded as active on 24 March 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for firms that specialise in market operations, event management, and those with a focus on retail services. It is especially suitable for SMEs looking to expand their footprint within vibrant urban spaces, where enhancing footfall and supporting local retail activities can drive economic benefits. The requirement for a knowledgeable and innovative market operator to run themed and seasonal markets offers ample scope for creativity and diversity in service offerings, supporting business innovation and start-ups in Winchester and beyond.

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Notice Title

Contract for the Operation of the Winchester City Street Market

Notice Description

Winchester City Council sought an innovative and creative market operator to provide a high-quality curated programme of street markets that support the local economy by: * adding vibrancy to the city centre * complementing existing retail activities * increasing footfall supporting city centre businesses * encouraging business start-up and innovation and * minimising the markets' carbon footprint. The council required an experienced operator to manage its street market for three years ensuring that income is maximised whilst creating a high quality visitor experience. There is also provision to further extend the contract annually for up to a further two years. The Operator shall produce a curated programme of street markets which covers Thursday to Saturday and the first and third Sunday of each month as well as the opportunity for special themed and seasonal markets such as Easter and vegan markets.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e7a4fb9-51f2-47a2-b22e-a0dc06f61c5e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

55900000 - Retail trade services

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£210,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£645,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WINCHESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLEBROOK STREET, WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 9LJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SMT MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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