Tender

Great Denham Archers Rest Cafe Lease Opportunity

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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30 May 2019 at 09:34

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28 May 2019 at 14:57

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28 May 2019 at 14:54

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28 May 2019 at 14:54

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14 May 2019 at 09:17

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13 May 2019 at 15:37

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13 May 2019 at 12:12

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13 May 2019 at 12:11

Summary of the contracting process

The Bedford Borough Council is seeking a suitable supplier to operate the Great Denham Archers Rest Café, with two leasing options available: the café building only, or additionally, the first-floor flat. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with applications due by 12:00 Noon on Thursday, 6th June 2019. An open day for potential applicants to view the premises is scheduled for 28th May 2019, and all submissions will be evaluated following a three-stage assessment process. The café is classified under cafeteria services and located in Bedford, East of England, with the contractual period commencing on 1st July 2019 and extending until 30th June 2034.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in food services and hospitality to expand their operations. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the council is interested in innovative proposals from local suppliers. Companies interested in this contract should possess experience in managing café environments and delivering quality customer service. The provided viewing dates allow potential bidders to gather crucial insights that could enhance their proposals.

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Notice Title

Great Denham Archers Rest Cafe Lease Opportunity

Notice Description

The Council is looking to find a suitable supplier to operate the cafe at Great Denham Park. Two options are available Under option 1 there is also the opportunity to lease the 1st Floor flat at the cafe. Option two is for the cafe building only. The application process to secure the lease for the available space comprises three stages as follows:- o Submission of applications by the deadline of 12:00 Noon on Monday 15th July 2019 o Assessment of all responses and shortlisting of applications for presentation and interview. o Presentation and Interview panel meeting with shortlisted Applicants (applicants) Suppliers may arrange a viewing at the Great Denham pavilion to assist with queries arising from the process by submitting a request via the correspondence function on the In-tend portal. Dates for viewing are Monday 8th July 2019 to Friday 12th July 2019 The Council strongly recommends applicants visit the premises before making their proposal. Additional information on how to apply for this contract https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/ Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5ab73527-baa2-40d2-809e-3e4064741707
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ab6920f-d2bb-4c8e-a2aa-daeaf865a389
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

55330000 - Cafeteria services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jul 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jul 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Aug 2019 - 4 Jul 2034 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Niall Fowler
Contact Email
niall.fowler@bedford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01234 276378

Buyer Location

Locality
ENGLAND
Postcode
MK42 9AP
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Cauldwell
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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