Tender

Operation of the Watford Colosseum

WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

24 Jun 2022 at 13:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Watford Borough Council is inviting tenders for the operation of the Watford Colosseum, a significant public facility classified under recreational, cultural and sporting services. This procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with proposals due by 29th July 2022. The total contract value is £37.5 million, covering a long-term operational lease or contract lasting approximately 25 years, commencing on 1st June 2023 and concluding on 1st June 2048. The operational activities will take place in Watford, situated in the East of England, United Kingdom.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses within the recreational and cultural sectors, particularly those that can manage or operate large public venues. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as they may bring innovative solutions and community-focused initiatives to the management of the Colosseum. Companies with experience in facility management, event organisation, and community engagement are well-positioned to compete for this contract, which aims to enhance the cultural and recreational offerings in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Operation of the Watford Colosseum

Notice Description

Procurement of an operator for the Watford Colosseum for a period of up to c. 25 years. This will be on the basis of a lease and/or operating contract of the facility.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85d2a5ff-bc5a-4d62-81c9-21686f99bb7f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive dialog
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£37,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jul 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2023 - 1 Jun 2048 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
WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WATFORD
Postcode
WD17 3EX
Post Town
Watford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Watford
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Watford

Further Information

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