Tender

Ice Cream and Slush Concessions for Parks and Greenspaces 2023 - 2026

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

28 Mar 2023 at 14:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has issued a tender for "Ice Cream and Slush Concessions for Parks and Greenspaces 2023 - 2026". This procurement opportunity falls under the services category, with a contract period from May 1, 2023, to March 31, 2026. The tender deadline for submissions is April 18, 2023, at 15:00hrs. Interested operators are invited to bid for designated locations across Sandwell's Greenspaces for a concession contract lasting three years, with a possible one-year extension based on performance.

This tender by the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council offers an opportunity for businesses specialising in ice cream and similar products, catering services, and related industries to expand their operations. Suitable operators should be prepared to trade ice cream, slush, candy floss, confectionery, and soft drinks at specified locations. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this procurement exercise, ensuring a transparent and accessible bidding process. Businesses looking to enhance their presence in the West Midlands region should consider participating and meeting the Council's concession fee payment requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Ice Cream and Slush Concessions for Parks and Greenspaces 2023 - 2026

Notice Description

Ice Cream and Slush Concessions for Parks and Greenspaces 2023 - 2026 Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is inviting tender submissions from responsible and suitable operators to trade ice cream, slush, candy floss, confectionary and soft drinks only at a number of designated locations across Sandwell's Greenspaces. Designated locations are listed in the specification. Term of Contract The Council proposes to enter into a concession contract for an Initial term of Three (3) years with a possible extension for a further year, subject to satisfactory performance. The anticipated commencement date is 01 April 2023 to 31 March 2026. Value of Contract Operators are Invited to provide a cost against the venue of sites they wish to bid for as detailed in the specification for concession years 2023/2024, 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 and price will be awarded on the bidder whose proposal represents the highest bid for the three (3) years concession contract. Payment Concession Fees Payment Concession fees will made via 2 payments per financial year, over the three years. However, if the concession is extended for a further 12 months, a meeting with the Management Team and the successful operator will be held. Appointment of Service Provider To appoint provider(s) for the provision of the Ice cream and Slush Concessions 2023-2026. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to Quotation or other related documents. To submit a quotation you will be required to 'Opt In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: 18 April 2023 at 15:00hrs Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d488c56a-e2e0-4043-b720-908c3bff676e
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

15555000 - Ice cream and similar products

15555100 - Ice cream

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
28 Mar 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Apr 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2023 - 31 Mar 2026 2-3 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
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Michelle Hackwood
Contact Email
michelle_hackwood@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 2873

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 3DB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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