Planning

Catering and Events Management & Associated Cleaning Services within Barrow Borough Council

BARROW-IN-FURNESS COUNCIL

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Planning

18 Dec 2019 at 09:46

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Barrow-In-Furness Council is initiating a procurement process for Catering and Events Management, alongside Associated Cleaning Services, within its venues in Barrow-in-Furness, England. The tender, titled "Catering and Events Management & Associated Cleaning Services," is currently in the planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 17 January 2020. Businesses interested in this opportunity should complete the Standard Selection Questionnaire (SSQ) to qualify for the tender process, which will lead to a contract term of five years, with an option to extend for an additional three years.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the catering and cleaning sectors, particularly those with experience in managing similar contracts at public venues. Companies that hold qualifications for high standard service delivery and possess a track record of operating in a collaborative manner with local councils will be well-suited to compete. Successful contractors will play a crucial role in maintaining the quality and reputation of Barrow-in-Furness's high-profile venues, such as The Forum Theatre and The Dock Museum, making this an attractive prospect for seasoned service providers in the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Catering and Events Management & Associated Cleaning Services within Barrow Borough Council

Notice Description

Barrow-in-Furness Borough Council are looking to contract with a supplier to provide Catering and Events Management with associated Cleaning Services within the Council. The contract will be for an initial 5 years with the option to extend a further 3 years providing the quality of service is maintained. Statement of Services Prepared September 2019 to support the tender process for catering and cleaning contracts relating to council operated venues in the town of Barrow-in-Furness. There are three options for contract bids, which comprise of catering and cleaning services for the following: 1) The Forum Theatre 2) The Dock Museum 3) Both venues as above Opportunity The council is now commencing the tender process relating to the provision of these services at the venues from early 2020 and will be offering a contract term of 5 years with the opportunity to extend the contract by a further 3 years if both parties are in agreement and subject to satisfactory performance. The form of contract will be the council's Standard Service Contract, along with a Service Level Agreement (SLA) setting out more operational detail and specifications. At this stage the council is looking for interested parties to complete a Standard Selection Questionnaire (SSQ) in order to pass the due diligence required to progress to the tender stage. The full tender specification pack will be provided after interested parties have passed this stage and will provide details of performance standards and related procedures that the contractor is required to meet in this contract. The contract for each venue includes the exclusive rights to provide the catering and cleaning services at that venue and therefore the council is seeking applications from suitability qualified and experienced contractors able to provide evidence of the operation and management of similar contracts. The council will be looking for a contractor/s to operate these services who will share the council's vision for the future of the venues as well as the overall ethos and business approach. The venues are high profile in the area and, as such need to retain their high standards and excellent reputation, of which the catering and cleaning are obviously integral elements. To Apply for the SSQ - please follow the following link: https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=a1b0be1c-d820-ea11-80fc-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/595a6072-7641-4ada-ab3b-e71fe1ffe9ec
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55523000 - Catering services for other enterprises or other institutions

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
17 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
BARROW-IN-FURNESS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BARROW-IN-FURNESS
Postcode
LA14 2LD
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD14 Westmorland and Furness
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Old Barrow and Hindpool
Westminster Constituency
Barrow and Furness

Further Information

Notice Documents

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