Tender

Cafe Franchise Opportunity at The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre

NORTHUMBERLAND NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY E-TENDERING

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Tender

12 Jan 2023 at 14:21

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Northumberland National Park Authority is seeking Expressions of Interest for the Café Franchise Opportunity at The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre. This opportunity involves operating the Once Brewed Café and Bakehouse, which offers stunning views of Northumberland National Park and Hadrian's Wall. The deadline for submissions is noon on 3rd February 2023, with the contract period starting on 1st May 2023 and ending on 30th April 2026. This procurement falls under the services category and the contracting method is an open procedure below the threshold.

This tender presents a lucrative business prospect for SMEs that align with Northumberland National Park's focus on healthy eating and creative customer engagement. Businesses in the catering supplies industry, especially those experienced in café operations and event hosting, are well-suited to compete. The location of the opportunity at a popular tourist destination with diverse visitor profiles offers a unique chance for growth and visibility in a picturesque setting.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cafe Franchise Opportunity at The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre

Notice Description

Northumberland National Park Authority are inviting Expressions of Interest in relation to the cafe franchise opportunity at The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre. The Once Brewed Cafe and Bakehouse is an integral part of The Sill's award-winning visitor experience. The 90-seater cafe, situated on the first floor of The Sill, enjoys unrivalled views of Northumberland National Park and the Hadrian's Wall UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Once Brewed Cafe and Bakehouse is currently a hub for a range of visitors, including tourists, families, and businesses. It is a popular destination for anyone visiting the local area, whether for recreation such as walking the Hadrian's Wall Path National Trail, or as a place to hold informal meetings. The Sill's fast broadband and public Wi-Fi are available throughout the cafe. The prospective new provider will share Northumberland National Park's ethos of healthy eating, with fresh, local, organic produce on offer where possible and The Sill will welcome new and creative ideas to engage customers with the region and landscape through food and events. The space can be used as a wet weather facility for activities including Dark Skies events, corporate away days, community gatherings and special occasions. To access this opportunity firstly "Express Interest" at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nnpa. Please note this step will enable access to the Cafe Franchise Expression of Interest document through this e-tendering system only. You will be required to upload your expression of interest response before the deadline below to be considered Those who have expressed interest on the e-tendering system will receive notification via email and the relevant documents can be accessed from the 'My Tenders' area of the e-tendering website (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nnpa), by selecting the 'View Details' button of this project. The deadline for submissions of the Expression on Interest response, including all of the details outlined in the document published will be noon 3rd February 2023 and submissions will only be accepted via this project on the e-tendering system. Please allow sufficient time to make your return as late returns will not be permitted. Any questions relating to this tender should be made via correspondence on the website Additional information: To access this opportunity firstly "Express Interest" at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nnpa. Please note this step will enable access to the Cafe Franchise Expression of Interest document through this e-tendering system only. You will be required to upload your expression of interest response before the deadline below to be considered Those who have expressed interest on the e-tendering system will receive notification via email and the relevant documents can be accessed from the 'My Tenders' area of the e-tendering website (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nnpa), by selecting the 'View Details' button of this project. 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/2bf3702d-88cf-4397-9656-6deb8d65045f
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

39222000 - Catering supplies

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20233 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Feb 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2023 - 30 Apr 2026 3-4 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
NORTHUMBERLAND NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY E-TENDERING
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHUMBERLAND
Postcode
NE46 1BS
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC42 Northumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Hexham East
Westminster Constituency
Hexham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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