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Bonningstedt Promenade Forecourt

SEAFORD TOWN COUNCIL

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Award

11 Mar 2026 at 11:32

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

02 Feb 2026 at 14:34

Tender Notice
Tender

02 Feb 2026 at 13:21

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Seaford Town Council has completed the public procurement process for a concession spot on Marine Parade at Bönningstedt Promenade, a popular area along Seaford's seafront. Classified under cafeteria services, this procurement involved an open procedure above threshold. This mobile food or drink site, formerly known for its ice cream offerings, attracted bids from SMEs capable of contributing to the seafront community. The concession license, valued at £82,500, starts on 1 April 2026 and ends on 31 March 2029. The final award was published on 11 March 2026, following the tender period that concluded on 4 March 2026. The site promises increased foot traffic, bolstered by the presence of beach huts and Skipper's Water Sports.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the food and beverage sector, particularly those specialising in mobile services. With a high local profile and strong visitor numbers, the concession space is ideal for SMEs looking to enhance their market exposure and establish a stronger community presence in Seaford. The procurement method was designed to be inclusive of small enterprises, ensuring viable competition from local businesses. The significant footfall in the area draws from a vibrant seafront community and presents an excellent chance for businesses to expand and connect with a broader customer base during the three-year license period.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bonningstedt Promenade Forecourt

Notice Description

Seaford Town Council's highly sought-after concession spot situated on Marine Parade at Bonningstedt Promenade is available for tender. Bonningstedt Promenade is placed along the western part of the two-mile stretch of Seaford's popular seafront. The site is currently an ice cream concession; however, the current tender is open to any mobile food or drink business that can leave the site outside of trading hours. The Mobile Ice Cream Concession at Bonningstedt Promenade has been in situ for many years and is well known to residents and visitors as a destination to purchase ice creams. The concession site is a permanently reserved off road/on promenade space with plenty of room around the concession, becoming part of the seafront community. Bonningstedt Promenade is also home to 20 beach huts, some of which are rentals, and to Skipper's Water Sports, which increases footfall within the concession area. Deadline to ask questions: 22nd Feb Deadline to apply: 4th March Licence Period: 3 years 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/c5adf676-ec6a-4bdd-a531-28822d79b31f
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55330000 - Cafeteria services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£71,250 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£82,500 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 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
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

CARNIVAL ICES

Further Information

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