Planning

Lichfield Proms (Beacon Park) Premium Food & Beverage Provision

LICHFIELD DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Planning

05 Dec 2023 at 09:07

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Lichfield District Council is seeking an experienced vendor for the provision of a premium hospitality tent during the Lichfield Proms event at Beacon Park. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage with an engagement end date of 5th January 2024. The opportunity falls under the industry category of Hotel, restaurant, and retail trade services. The event location is in Lichfield, England.

This tender by Lichfield District Council presents an opportunity for businesses in the hospitality sector to cater to premium event requirements. Suitable businesses may offer services such as premium drink sales, dining packages, afternoon teas, and VIP hospitality experiences. The council is open to discussing payment structures and profit-sharing agreements with potential vendors who can enhance the visitor experience at the annual Lichfield Proms event.

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Notice Title

Lichfield Proms (Beacon Park) Premium Food & Beverage Provision

Notice Description

Lichfield District Council are seeking an experienced and innovative vendor for the provision of a premium hospitality tent for its annual Proms event at Beacon Park in Lichfield. To enhance the experience of the visitors who wish to upgrade their evening, we are looking for an offering to potentially include: * A marquee / tent where premium drinks are sold to visitors * A dining package pre event * Afternoon teas served (potentially 1-4pm) * An upgraded VIP (VVIP) package with a premium viewing platform * Collection of picnic hampers This is not a definitive brief and we are looking for a partner to help develop the concept and offering. Background Lichfield District is located in south-east Staffordshire and abuts the West Midlands conurbation. The District has two main settlements, the cathedral City of Lichfield and the town of Burntwood, as well as many villages set within a varied and attractive rural area. The City of Lichfield is an important historic centre, with a major conservation area based around the Cathedral, a medieval street pattern and historic city centre buildings. The Cathedral spires (the 'ladies of the vale'), are visible from many points in the wider rural landscape. Lichfield is well-placed for the new trend of its experience-led offer to attract visitors to the city. The city has a number of leisure and cultural venues and an extensive festival, concerts and events offer to cater for its tourism economy. Beacon Park is set in more than 70 acres of beautiful gardens and open space within easy reach of the city centre. Visitors use the park for a leisurely walk and a range of activities. Beacon Park is also steeped in history and heritage, and information boards around the site provide a glimpse into the area's rich historical past. Lichfield Proms in Beacon Park will be held on the first Saturday in September each year. The Council is seeking an operator to provide a hospitality tent to incorporate a high level VIP offering, prosecco / Pimm's style drinks and afternoon teas. Lichfield District Council's annual outdoor concert attracts up to 15,000 visitors from across the region. The family event starts at 6pm and culminates with a firework display at about 9.45pm. There will be a 30-minute interval around 8.30pm. Current offering Proms currently offers food concessions who sell alcohol and hot food. There is also a VIP offering where purchasers of tickets have prime viewing tables. For the first time in 2022, the sale of picnic hampers was also trialled. Financials We are looking for the operator to provide the infrastructure and delivery of the concept and would be open to discussion around payment profiles and profit share agreements. How to register interest If you are interested in applying to operate this project, please email: louise.lewis@lichfielddc.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/491edcb6-cf48-4bd7-b54f-e16e94050f8e
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55000000 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Dec 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Jan 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LICHFIELD DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Louise Lewis
Contact Email
louise.lewis@lichfielddc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01543 308 225

Buyer Location

Locality
LICHFIELD
Postcode
WS13 6YX
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lichfield
Electoral Ward
Stowe
Westminster Constituency
Lichfield

Further Information

Notice Documents

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