Tender

Catering and Associated Cleaning Services within Barrow Borough Council

BARROW IN FURNESS BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

14 Feb 2020 at 09:15

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Barrow-in-Furness Borough Council is currently seeking to engage contractors for "Catering and Associated Cleaning Services" at two of its high-profile venues: The Forum and The Dock Museum, located in Barrow, North West England. The procurement process is in the Tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 16 March 2020. This 5-year contract, which may be extended for an additional 3 years based on performance, includes exclusive catering rights and associated cleaning services, with detailed specifications outlined in the tender documents. The opportunity is classified under the CPV code 55500000, which relates to canteen and catering services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses that specialise in catering and cleaning services. Companies with experience in managing similar contracts, especially in high-traffic venues like theatres and museums, would be well-suited to compete. The successful contractor will need to align with the Council’s vision for these venues, ensuring high standards are maintained to enhance their reputations within the community. This is an excellent prospect for SMEs looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Catering and Associated Cleaning Services within Barrow Borough Council

Notice Description

Barrow-in-Furness Borough Council are seeking Contractors to provide Catering and associated Cleaning Services for two of their high profile venues in Barrow. The Forum, theatre and arts centre is situated in the centre of Barrow, offering a varying programme with around 65,000 tickets sold per year and a healthy and dedicated conference and banqueting business, attracting c500 conferences per year. Catering consists of a public cafe, a bar-restaurant, pop up bars and the conference and banqueting functions. The Dock Museum is a free entry museum attracting c60,500 visitors and with a public cafe located at the entrance to the museum and near the outdoor play area, which is regularly used by locals. The 5 year contract covers the exclusive rights for all catering at both venues, plus associated cleaning services and there will be an option to extend a further 3 years, subject to satisfactory performance. The form of contract will be the Council's Standard Service Contract, along with a Service Level Agreement (SLA) setting out more operational detail and specifications, both included in the tender pack provided. The Council requires the successful Contractor to provide both catering and cleaning services at both venues, as per the specifications, with each service attracting a separate financial agreement. The Council's financial expectations are detailed in full in the Specification and the Pricing Schedule. The Council is seeking applications from suitability qualified and experienced contractors able to provide evidence of the operation and management of similar contracts. The Council will be looking for a Contractor to operate these services who will share the Council's vision for the future of the venues as well as the overall ethos and business approach. The venues are high profile in the area and, as such need to retain their high standards and excellent reputation, of which the catering and cleaning are obviously integral elements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b86c5d4-eb6d-4f4b-8b52-17c136852295
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55500000 - Canteen and 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
14 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2020 - 1 May 2025 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
BARROW IN FURNESS BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BARROW IN FURNESS
Postcode
LA14 2LD
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD14 Westmorland and Furness
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Old Barrow and Hindpool
Westminster Constituency
Barrow and Furness

Further Information

Notice Documents

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