Award

Co-working Centre Operator in Coval Lane, Chelmsford.

CHELMSFORD CITY COUNCIL

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20 Dec 2024 at 08:20

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Chelmsford City Council has awarded a contract for the operation of a co-working space at the Civic Centre complex in Coval Lane, Chelmsford (CM1 1JE). This procurement falls under the property management services industry, with the contract valued at £260,000. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure under PCR 2015 regulations, concluding on 15th November 2024. The contract period will commence on 1st April 2025 and end on 31st March 2027, although there is an option for a 3-year extension. This award has been granted to Let's Do Business (South East) Group, an SME, signifying the completion stage of the procurement process.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in property and facility management services, particularly SMEs and organisations from the voluntary, community, and social enterprise sectors. By securing the management of the co-working centre, businesses can expand their portfolio and demonstrate their capabilities in a high-profile, centrally-located site. With a scope for extension beyond the initial two-year period, the project allows sustained business growth and enhanced local presence in the East of England. Firms looking to establish or expand their operations within the Chelmsford area are well-positioned to benefit from this endeavour.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Co-working Centre Operator in Coval Lane, Chelmsford.

Notice Description

Chelmsford City Council is seeking a qualified and experienced operator for the management and operation of a newly established co-working space for a period of 2 years with an optional 3 year extension period. The site is located within the Council own Civic Centre complex, Coval Lane, CM1 1JE. This procurement is being undertaken under PCR 2015 regulations using an open procedure. The estimated value provided does not include the extension period.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3a9373fd-2f73-4c1e-972e-6036caf92b94
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f26077fb-0d4e-4bea-a551-619791a9df86
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services

CPV Codes

70330000 - Property management services of real estate on a fee or contract basis

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£260,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£260,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 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
CHELMSFORD CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHELMSFORD
Postcode
CM1 1JE
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Marconi
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LET'S DO BUSINESS (SOUTH EAST) GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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