Tender

Request for bids for the operating a concession for the delivery of a Bistro service at two extra care schemes

BURY COUNCIL

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Tender

19 Jun 2025 at 17:22

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bury Council is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process seeking bids for operating a concession for the delivery of a bistro service at two extra care schemes, Peachment Place in Bury and Redbank in Radcliffe. This opportunity falls under the 'Restaurant and food-serving services' industry category and is classified as an open procedure (below threshold). The tender was published on 19th June 2025, with the period for expressing interest closing at 5:00 pm on 11th July 2025. The contract is expected to commence on 1st October 2025 and run until 30th September 2030, providing a sustained opportunity for the selected bidder.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in food services, particularly those capable of delivering quality bistro services within a care environment. It is ideally suited for SMEs and VCSEs due to its focus on an inclusive procurement approach. Organisations with experience in providing flexible dining solutions and services tailored to older adults can gain significant market presence and potentially secure a long-term partnership with the Council. Engaging in this contract can facilitate business growth through consistent demand and the potential for service expansion to similar facilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for bids for the operating a concession for the delivery of a Bistro service at two extra care schemes

Notice Description

An extra care scheme encourages independent living through a combination of specially designed housing developed with 24 hour/7 day a week care and support. This gives peace of mind that help is on hand for emergencies at any time and provides a more flexible delivery of service to suit tenant's needs. It can offer over 55's with care and support needs as an alternative to moving into a residential care home. The facility will be open 365 days per year. There are two sites, Peachment Place which is located on Howarth Close which is off St Peter's Road in Bury and Redbank which is located on Lowe Street in Radcliffe. The Council is seeking to award concessions to one or more suitably qualified professional organisations for the provision of a bistro service at these extra care schemes. To express an interest, please use the link below and search for the above named opportunity. https://procontract.due-north.com/Opportunities/Index?v=2 Please note expressions of interest closing date is 5.00 pm on Friday 11th July 2025. All queries and submissions must go through the Proactis/CHEST portal

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-470c211e-4e8f-444b-9ee0-40712d290dfe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4d6a8ca-24b6-468f-a890-bd49d11e979b
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55300000 - Restaurant and food-serving services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BURY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Chris Quinlan
Contact Email
c.quinlan@bury.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BURY
Postcode
BL9 0EJ
Post Town
Bolton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD37 Greater Manchester North East
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bury
Electoral Ward
Bury East
Westminster Constituency
Bury North

Further Information

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