Tender

West Beach - Tennis Operator

CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

22 Oct 2024 at 07:34

Summary of the contracting process

Canterbury City Council is inviting tenders for the management of the West Beach Tennis Court in Whitstable under an open procedure for recreational, cultural, and sporting services. The procurement stage is currently at the tender phase, with a deadline for submissions set for 12:00 on Monday, 18 November 2024. This contract is projected to run for five years, with a potential extension of two years based on performance and mutual agreement. The planned start date for the contract is 6 January 2025, ending on 5 January 2030. Interested suppliers must express their interest and submit their tenders via the Kent Business Portal.

This tender provides a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in recreational and sports facility management to expand their portfolio. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply. The contract offers a stable five-year term, with the possibility of an extension, allowing for long-term business development and community engagement. Companies with expertise in managing recreational facilities and a commitment to high performance standards will find this opportunity especially suitable.

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Notice Title

West Beach - Tennis Operator

Notice Description

Canterbury City Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable Operator for the Management at West Beach Tennis Court, Whitstable and invites Bidders to submit a tender to meet the Council's requirements. The Contract start date is to be confirmed between Operator & Council and will continue for a period of 5 years (unless terminated early in accordance with the Heads of Terms and may be extended for a period of 2 years subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Operator and at the Council's entire discretion. Any such extension shall be on the same terms of this Contract and shall be subject to mutual agreement in writing. Full details and requirements are included within the Invitation to Tender Documentation. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. Please ensure you download all documents and complete according to instructions contained. Attachments: Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk). Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the tender documents. The tender documents are required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 on Monday 18 November 2024 Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered). Additional information: Full details and requirements are included within the Invitation to Tender Documentation. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. Please ensure you download all documents and complete according to instructions contained. Attachments: Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk). Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the tender documents. The tender documents are required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 on Monday 18 November 2024 Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fcbd57e6-6433-4f63-9508-5399cf597dc9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48ad29d8-ad62-42b0-8105-0d905114a60d
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Jan 2025 - 5 Jan 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY
Postcode
CT1 1YW
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East 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
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Northgate
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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