Planning

Princes Parade Leisure Centres Management Contract

FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Planning

14 May 2021 at 14:40

Summary of the contracting process

The Folkestone and Hythe District Council is currently planning to initiate a tender for the management of the new Princes Parade Leisure Centres, located in Hythe, Kent. This project falls under the sports facilities operation services category with an estimated contract value of £24 million. The council aims to replace the outdated Hythe Swimming Pool with a modern centre featuring extensive facilities, including a competition swimming pool, fitness gym, and multiple fitness studios. The projected start date for the management contract is in the third quarter of 2023, and it will be awarded for an initial period of ten years, with the possibility of a five-year extension. Stakeholder engagement will be facilitated through virtual meetings scheduled for 12 May 2021, where interested parties can gain deeper insights into the design and project goals.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in leisure management and facilities operation, particularly those with experience in managing high-quality sports facilities. Companies that provide expertise in fitness, swimming pool management, and community engagement could benefit greatly from this contract. Engaging with the Folkestone and Hythe District Council through the virtual sessions and demonstrating relevant experience could enhance a company's chances of securing this lucrative contract, ultimately contributing to business growth and development in the leisure sector.

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Notice Title

Princes Parade Leisure Centres Management Contract

Notice Description

Folkestone & Hythe District Council is seeking to understand through this notice potential interest from experienced operators in the leisure management contract to operate the new Princes Parade Leisure Centre in Hythe, Kent. The new centre will be a high quality wet and dry sport and leisure facility and will replace the existing Hythe Swimming Pool (CT21 6AR), a facility that has reached the end of its intended life. The new facility will be located at the eastern end of Princes Parade in Hythe, about 1 1/2 miles to the east of the existing pool. The new centre will comprise of the following: * 25m x 6-lane competition equipped swim pool * Spectator seating (100 person) * 12m x 4 lane teaching pool (visible from the cafe seating area) * Swim village changing and dry changing facilities * 100-station fitness gym * 3 Fitness Studios * Cafe/vending * 185 spaces and 2 coach bays.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Folkestone & Hythe District Council is intending to procure a management contract for both facilities commencing in Q3 2023. It will be for an initial period of 10 years in length with provision for an extension of up to 5 years. The Council and its specialist advisors will be hosting virtual one-to-one meetings whereby interested parties will be able to view current designs and plans for the new leisure centre and gain a greater understanding of the Council's aspirations for the contract. These meetings will be held via Microsoft Teams. Bidders interested in attending a session should contact the Council to arrange a convenient date and time via the Kent Business portal at https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk. For clarity, registration for these meetings will not constitute an expression of interest in this or any other tender.

Renewal: Possible extension for another 5 years

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02b14c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010715-2021
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92610000 - Sports facilities operation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£24,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 May 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Ms Ade Agboola
Contact Email
ade.agboola@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1303853377

Buyer Location

Locality
FOLKESTONE
Postcode
CT20 2QY
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
TLJ44 East Kent

Local Authority
Folkestone and Hythe
Electoral Ward
Folkestone Central
Westminster Constituency
Folkestone and Hythe

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