Planning

Provision of a catering offer within Parson's Close Recreation Ground

LEIGHTON LINSLADE TOWN COUNCIL

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Planning

19 Jun 2018 at 08:33

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Leighton Linslade Town Council is seeking to establish a catering service at Parson's Close Recreation Ground through a tender process. This procurement falls under the category of Catering Services (CPV Code: 55520000) and is currently in the planning stage. Interested parties should note that the engagement end date for expressing interest is set for 13 July 2018. The successful caterer is expected to begin operations in Spring 2019, and the contract could run for five years with a possible one-year extension, depending on performance. The expected proposal should include a fair financial model that acknowledges the operator's initial investment in catering equipment and infrastructure.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), to expand their market presence. Those specialising in freshly prepared meals, snacks, and beverages will particularly benefit, as the Council envisions a catering offer that enhances the visitor experience at the park. Additionally, the requirement for high health and safety standards means that companies with strong operational practices will have a competitive advantage. An open day will allow potential bidders to explore the location and discuss their proposals, fostering a collaborative environment for engagement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a catering offer within Parson's Close Recreation Ground

Notice Description

The Town Council would be seeking a competent and qualified caterer to deliver a quality offering within the park. The presumption is that the menu will focus on freshly prepared meals, snacks and beverages. It is the expectation that the successful caterer will be in a position to begin trading in the Spring of 2019. The expectation is that the ice cream concession will continue to operate as a separate stand-alone business thereby giving park visitors choice between a kiosk offer and the stand alone ice cream concession. There is no reason why the kiosk couldn't sell bespoke ice cream that wouldn't normally be found in an ice cream van for example. It is anticipated that expressions of interest will be sought from catering firms, hereafter. An open day will be offered which will allow all interested parties the opportunity to visit the park and the building/kiosk itself. All parties will be required to complete and submit their tender application. The operator will be asked to propose a financial model that is considered to be appropriate for a facility such as this which provides a fair outcome for both parties. It is considered that the kiosk represents an opportunity to work in partnership with an operator recognising the investment commitment that the operator would have to make in the first instance. At their own risk, the expectation is that the successful operator would be required to invest in making the facility work for them. This would include the purchase of catering equipment as well as external seating and associated paraphernalia. In return, the Town Council would offer a 5-year agreement for example with the potential to extend for a further 12 months if it is found to be working well for both parties. If it is found that for whatever reason, the business model isn't working for either party, there will within the contract be some kind of break out option that can be implemented. As a public-facing asset, the expectations are that the facility would be maintained and run to the highest of health and safety and hygiene standards. A failure to maintain the highest of standards would compromise any agreement and the Town Council would reserve the right to curtail a business operation if it is found that standards were falling from those originally agreed.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9082f408-2bc1-4e1a-ad74-0161d67384f1
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
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
13 Jul 2018Expired
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
LEIGHTON LINSLADE TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEIGHTON BUZZARD
Postcode
LU7 1HD
Post Town
Luton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Leighton-Linslade North
Westminster Constituency
Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard

Further Information

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