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TenderUpdate

11 Sep 2024 at 11:42

Award

11 Sep 2024 at 09:52

Tender

06 Feb 2024 at 17:57

Summary of the contracting process

Manchester City Council is currently in the planning and award stages of a tender titled "TC1183 - Cafes in Manchester Parks," aimed at enhancing food and beverage services within local parks. This tender, classified under canteen and catering services (CPV 55500000), spans multiple locations in Manchester, including Heaton Park, Fletcher Moss Botanical Gardens, Didsbury Park, Fog Lane Park, and Boggart Hole Clough. The contract is split into seven lots, each corresponding to different parks, with a total value recently amended to approximately £7,051,118 excluding VAT. Critical deadlines include the submission of tender documents by 11am on 7th March 2024, with contracts expected to commence on 19th June 2024 for most lots. The procurement method is an open procedure, ensuring transparency and encouraging broad participation from potential suppliers.

This tender presents numerous opportunities for local businesses, particularly those specializing in catering and food services, to contribute to community development and public well-being. The focus on quality, social value, and environmental considerations will appeal to businesses committed to sustainability and community impact. SMEs like LCR Operations Ltd, Big Bad Investments Ltd, and others have already been actively involved, indicating strong local engagement. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a keen interest in contributing to the social and economic regeneration of Manchester will find this tender well-matched to their capabilities. This is a significant opportunity to establish or expand their footprint in the local market, supported by a substantial contract value and a robust public procurement framework.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

TC1183 - Cafes In Manchester Parks

Notice Description

This procurement is split into lots corresponding to the cafe units at several Manchester parks (Heaton Park, Fletcher Moss Botanical Gardens, Didsbury Park, Fog Lane Park and Boggart Hole Clough. The intention is to contract with suppliers who will provide food and beverage provisions in the cafe units for parks users.

Lot Information

Heaton Park

Further details are set out in the procurement documents.

Renewal: The Contract period will be for 3 years (36 months) with the option to extend for up to an additional 2 years (24 months).

Wythenshawe Cafe (Courtyard Cafe)

Further details are set out in the procurement documents. Additional information: The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk. Applicants will need to electronically submit their completed tender documents, including online questionnaire, via the on-line portal by 11am on 7th March 2024 as referred to in IV.2.2.

Renewal: The Contract period will be for 3 years (36 months) with the option to extend for up to an additional 2 years (24 months).

Alexandra Park (Pavilion Cafe)

Further details are set out in the procurement documents.

Renewal: The Contract period will be for 3 years (36 months) with the option to extend for up to an additional 2 years (24 months).

Fletcher Moss Botanical Gardens

Further details are set out in the procurement documents.

Renewal: The Contract period will be for 3 years (36 months) with the option to extend for up to an additional 2 years (24 months).

Didsbury Park (Community Hub Cafe)

Further details are set out in the procurement documents.

Renewal: The Contract period will be for 3 years (36 months) with the option to extend for up to an additional 2 years (24 months).

Fog Lane (Community Hub Cafe)

Further details are set out in the procurement documents.

Renewal: The Contract period will be for 3 years (36 months) with the option to extend for up to an additional 2 years (24 months).

Boggart Hole Clough (Lakeside Cafe)

Further details are set out in the procurement documents.

Renewal: The Contract period will be for 3 years (36 months) with the option to extend for up to an additional 2 years (24 months).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0437b8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029069-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55500000 - Canteen and catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£11,680,500 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,602,112 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Aug 20242 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Active, Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Manchester City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M60 2LA
Postcode Area
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

Big Bad Investments Ltd

Didsbury Good Neighbours

Fog Lane Park Café CIC

LCR Operations Ltd

The Marise Show Ltd

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