Award

West View Concession Huts

SEAFORD TOWN COUNCIL

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Award

11 Mar 2026 at 11:38

Award Notice
Tender

02 Feb 2026 at 14:35

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Seaford Town Council has awarded the contract for the "West View Concession Huts" located along Seaford's bustling promenade. The tender aimed to provide non-residential property renting services for four concession huts, ideal for local businesses to establish their presence during the peak summer months from April to September 2026. This open procedure above threshold was classified under CPV code 70220000. The procurement process reached the award stage with the contract awarded on 10th March 2026. Interested parties were required to submit their applications by 4th March 2026, following a deadline for questions on 22nd February 2026. The opportunity is particularly suited for SMEs and VCSEs in England with a licence period lasting six months.

Business growth opportunities abound as the concession huts offer a strategic foothold for fledgling and small local enterprises looking to interact with a diverse clientele, including tourists and sporting enthusiasts. Such a setup is perfect for businesses focusing on non-refreshment services, given the stipulation against food and drink offerings. The commercial pop-up landscape encourages innovative entrepreneurs aiming to gain visibility and traction in an outdoor setting. Businesses that have strengths in retail and services suited for beachgoers and the general public stand to benefit the most, making it a promising venture for those seeking to expand their market reach in the vibrant seafront concession community.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

West View Concession Huts

Notice Description

Join Seaford's growing seafront concession community for a summer season in 2026. The West View Concession Huts are a great opportunity for fledgling and small local businesses to reach a wider audience and make a name for themselves. Perfectly situated along the centre of the busy promenade, these huts welcome a wide variety of visitors including locals, tourists, beach-users, ramblers, families, anglers and sport enthusiasts. The huts are nearby Frankie's Beach Cafe, which offers refreshments and outdoor seating. With four huts available, these spaces are a commercial pop up in situ from April until September to create an offering during the peak busy summer period. The dimensions of the concession huts are 8ft deep, 12ft wide, 5ft double doors. This is a non-refreshment concession opportunity; no tender applications will be considered for West View Concession Huts that include food and drink within its offering. Deadline to ask questions: 22nd Feb Deadline to apply: 4th March Licence Period: 6 months Full info found on application pack. Send completed forms to tenders@seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a8c4e13-8ed1-465c-9867-caa1894543ac
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services

CPV Codes

70220000 - Non-residential property renting or leasing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SEAFORD TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SEAFORD
Postcode
BN25 1HG
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Seaford Central
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JULIAN BARRETT

Further Information

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