Tender

SBC 1223 Opportunity to provide an Inflatable aquatic adventure facility under a concession agreement.

STEVENAGE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

02 Jan 2024 at 16:36

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Stevenage Borough Council is seeking proposals from potential partners to operate an inflatable aquatic adventure facility at Fairlands Valley Park in Stevenage. The contract will be for a minimum of five years, with extensions possible. The facility includes pedalos, rowing boats, paddle boards, and additional hire equipment. The tender, with an estimated value of £5,000,000, is open for interested businesses to submit proposals until January 29, 2024. The contract will start on March 1, 2024, and run until February 28, 2029. The procurement falls under the 'Leisure equipment' category.

This tender by the Stevenage Borough Council presents an opportunity for businesses in the services sector, particularly those offering recreational equipment services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the tender is suitable for them. The Council's emphasis on fair play and an open procedure ensures a level playing field for all interested parties, promoting competition and innovation in the leisure equipment industry. Businesses capable of managing aquatic facilities and providing leisure services are well-suited to compete for this contract, helping them expand their operations and clientele base.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SBC 1223 Opportunity to provide an Inflatable aquatic adventure facility under a concession agreement.

Notice Description

The Council is seeking requests for proposals for an operating partner to provide an inflatable aquatic adventure facility on the main lake at Fairlands Valley Park in Stevenage during the spring to autumn season of each year for a minimum of five years with the potential to extend 1 to 5 years. The operator also has the option of providing pay and play services using on site equipment including 6 x Pedloes 4x rowing boats 8 x paddle boards, the operator may also wish to add to the pay and play hire equipment. To access this opportunity please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/supplyhertfordshire/aspx/Home Please note the deadline for proposals and allow sufficient time to make your return as late returns will not be permitted. Any questions relating to this request for proposals should be made via correspondence on the website and can be addressed to the main contact as shown in the details above. Additional information: To access this opportunity please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/supplyhertfordshire/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7b6fce99-5784-4d80-bf16-a795a8fb3b53
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd7f31c7-94ef-4f62-9a2c-a1671de91b26
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

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

CPV Codes

37416000 - Leisure equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jan 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2024 - 28 Feb 2029 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
STEVENAGE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HERTFORDSHIRE
Postcode
SG1 1HN
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Stevenage
Electoral Ward
Old Town
Westminster Constituency
Stevenage

Further Information

Notice Documents

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