Award

Operation of Pavilion Bar

THORNE MOORENDS COUNCIL

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Award

23 Apr 2026 at 12:11

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

12 Mar 2026 at 11:56

Tender Notice
Tender

12 Mar 2026 at 11:27

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Thorne-Moorends Town Council has recently awarded a contract for the operation of the Pavilion Bar located at Moorends Recreational Ground, Doncaster, England. The award, announced on the 8th of May 2026, marks the completion stage of the procurement process. The opportunity captures the essence of a vibrant community space, integrated within a new state-of-the-art pavilion serving local sports teams, community groups, and hosting private events. The operation covers essential bar facilities such as a bar area measuring approximately 7mx2m, a cellar, and office space for administrative tasks. Key dates include the tender return by 12pm on the 10th of April 2026, with the contract period starting from 1st August 2026 until 1st August 2029. The contract falls under the services category and specifically targets food and beverages. The tender was procured through a direct process, utilising a single tender action suitable for SMEs, ensuring a focus on the localised economic growth.

This tender presents an outstanding opportunity for business growth, particularly attracting small and medium enterprises (SMEs), given its focus on providing a high-quality bar service in a community hub. The venue is equipped with essential facilities, including a modern kitchen and large hall, ensuring the potential for hosting a myriad of events. Businesses with expertise in operating bar services, familiar with community engagement, and capable of adhering to safety and community support standards would find this venture rewarding. The successful supplier is the Bar Hire Company, demonstrating their ability to leverage such opportunities for substantial growth, as evidenced by the considerable contract value of £450,000. The location at Moorends Recreational Ground, known for community gatherings such as Gala and Fireworks events, further enhances prospects for revenue generation through public engagement and exceptional service delivery.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Operation of Pavilion Bar

Notice Description

Thorne-Moorends Town Council invites suitably experienced operators to tender for the licence/lease to operate the bar facilities at Moorends Pavilion. The Pavilion serves local sports teams, community groups, and private events. The bar is a key facility within the venue and must be operated professionally, responsibly, and in a manner that supports the wider community. The pavilion is a new state-of-the-art facility currently in construction, designed to serve sports teams, community groups, and private events. The venue will feature an events space, modern kitchen, bar, and sports facilities, providing an excellent opportunity for a professional operator to manage a high-quality bar service at the heart of the community. The Pavilion is located at Moorends Recreational Ground, home to local sports teams. The site also features a large outdoor playpark, extensive green space, and hosts the annual Moorends Gala and Fireworks events. The area included in the licence a bar measuring approx. 7mx2m and cellar room approx. 5.4mx2.8m situated within the large community & events space. Additionally, use of an office for administrative purposes is available. The bar will come fitted with shutters to ensure security and safe operation. The pavilion contains large hall, kitchen, toilets, changing rooms for sports and a smaller events space/meeting room. The hiring of the hall and other facilities for private events will remain under the control of the Council. The bar licensee would be expected to operate the bar for any events where alcohol service is required. The building is fully secured with CCTV and an alarm system, providing a safe environment for staff, visitors and stock, however the licensee would be responsible for insuring their own stock and equipment. If you are interested in running the cafe with effect from 2025, please request details of the application process and form from Sam Goodfellow, Town Clerk at email: clerk@thorne-moorends.gov.uk address: Assembly Rooms, Fieldside, Thorne, Doncaster DN8 4AE, telephone: (01405) 818015. Proposed Contract Commencement: TBC Tender Return Date: by 12pm, 10th April 2026

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa6c8b79-63b9-484a-a006-670afc91eef0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£6,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 1 Aug 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
THORNE MOORENDS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DONCASTER
Postcode
DN8 4AE
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE35 Doncaster
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Doncaster
Electoral Ward
Thorne & Moorends
Westminster Constituency
Doncaster East and the Isle of Axholme

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BAR HIRE

Further Information

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