Tender

RBGKEW1345 - RBG Kew External Affairs Private Event Catering Tender

ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW

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Tender

22 Nov 2024 at 15:25

Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, located in Richmond, has initiated a tender process titled "RBGKEW1345 - RBG Kew External Affairs Private Event Catering Tender." This tender is within the catering services industry category, aiming to establish a small portfolio of high-quality catering suppliers for high-profile events. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with an open procedure method. The tender was published on 22 November 2024, and the deadline for submissions is 7 January 2025. The contract is set to start on 1 April 2025 and will end on 31 March 2029. Key details include a contract value of £840,000, and services will be delivered in London, UK.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, especially SMEs and VCSEs, specialising in high-quality catering services. By becoming a supplier for the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, businesses can gain significant exposure and experience in delivering services for premium private events. Companies with a focus on event catering, capable of providing exceptional service at a competitive price, will be well suited to compete for this tender. This contract has the potential to enhance the reputation and growth prospects of the successful catering suppliers by aligning with a prestigious and well-known institution.

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Notice Title

RBGKEW1345 - RBG Kew External Affairs Private Event Catering Tender

Notice Description

The External Affairs & Engagement team is seeking to establish a small portfolio of high-quality catering suppliers capable of delivering exceptional service for high-profile events at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, in west London. The requirement is to provide high-quality event catering at an affordable price in order to facilitate the growing popularity of private External Affairs and Engagement events. The team work with the Development & Strategic Events team (who sit in a separate Directorate) on the logistical planning of these events. The Development & Strategic Events team lead manages the relationship with catering suppliers.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92e44339-f87f-4e1f-a22e-4cf07f978422
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£840,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 3AE
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Further Information

Notice Documents

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