Tender

Miniature Railway Concession in Poole Park

BOROUGH OF POOLE

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Tender

07 Feb 2017 at 18:43

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Borough of Poole is currently seeking proposals for the "Miniature Railway Concession in Poole Park," aimed at modernising and developing the miniature railway service. This tender falls under the recreational, cultural, and sporting services industry category and is situated in Poole, South West England. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 5th March 2017. The anticipated contract period is from 15th May 2017 to 14th May 2027, with a total contract value of £45,000. The procurement method is categorised as 'Other', inviting innovative solutions from service providers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses aiming to expand within the leisure and tourism sector, particularly for SMEs with experience in recreational services. Companies specialising in outdoor leisure activities, facility management, and related areas may find themselves well-placed to compete, as the Borough of Poole is interested in enhancing visitor experiences and increasing revenue from this popular local attraction. With Poole Park attracting around 760,000 visitors annually, there is considerable potential for growth in services that cater to both local residents and tourists alike.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Miniature Railway Concession in Poole Park

Notice Description

Borough of Poole is inviting proposals that seek to modernise and develop the miniature railway concession. Supplying a service and facilities that supplement activity provision within Poole Park, one of Poole's most popular public open spaces with an estimated 760,000 visitors every year. Other attractions in the Park include a 21ha lagoon with a recreation concession, bowling club, tennis courts, putting green, outdoor gym facilities and two cafes - one with an indoor ice rink and soft play area. The Park is well visited by local people and has a significant footfall especially in the summer months and during school holidays. The Council is seeking proposals from suitably experienced providers that integrate a value-for-money outcome for the Council in terms of investment and revenue whilst applying a willingness and commitment to develop the services and facilities for the potential local and day visitor markets. The Council welcomes innovative ideas and solutions for existing facilities and how these could be improved and developed in the future.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b0e7db3-2a85-476f-b3aa-1e2ed789afde
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Feb 20179 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 May 2017 - 14 May 2027 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
BOROUGH OF POOLE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
POOLE
Postcode
BH15 2RU
Post Town
Bournemouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Electoral Ward
Parkstone
Westminster Constituency
Poole

Further Information

Notice Documents

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