Tender

TWBC Assembly Hall Theatre Wet Sales

TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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21 Feb 2025 at 12:24

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20 Feb 2025 at 14:36

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Tender

21 Jan 2025 at 14:38

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) is seeking a well-stocked supplier for the procurement of both alcoholic and soft beverages for the Assembly Hall Theatre, a 1000-seat venue located in Tunbridge Wells, England. This procurement process, classified under the "Food, beverages, tobacco and related products" industry category, is currently in the tender stage. Key dates to note include the expression of interest deadline on 18th February 2025 at 12:00 pm, and the final tender submission deadline on 25th February 2025 at 12:00 pm, with the evaluation week commencing 24th February 2025. The contract, worth approximately £350,000, will begin on 30th April 2025 and run until 30th April 2030.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for suppliers in the food and beverage industry, particularly those specialising in event and theatre sales. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate in this open procedure. The successful supplier will gain consistent business from a prominent local authority and a well-frequented venue, providing visibility and potential long-term partnership opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TWBC Assembly Hall Theatre Wet Sales

Notice Description

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) is looking for a suitably stocked supplier for the purchase of Wet Sales (Both Alcoholic and Soft) for sale at the Assembly Hall Theatre. The Assembly Hall Theatre is a 1000 seat venue in the heart of Tunbridge Wells, hosting a variety of shows all year round. Key Dates & Timeline for Procurement Tender release: 21st of January 2025 Expression of Interest Deadline: 12:00pm 18th of February 2025 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm 25th of February 2025 Evaluation: w/c 24th of February 2025 Appointment of contractor: w/c 31st of March 2025 To express interest and find all relevant documents please go to Kent Business Portal - https://procontract.due-north.com/register Project Reference - DN759940

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36ec4e18-5c6c-48f6-955e-3900a240da8a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

CPV Codes

15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2030 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
TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
James Hudson-Austin
Contact Email
james.hudson-austin@tunbridgewells.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1892554427

Buyer Location

Locality
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Postcode
TN1 1RS
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Tunbridge Wells
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Tunbridge Wells

Further Information

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