Planning

Tangham Campsite Concession

FORESTRY ENGLAND

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Planning

29 Mar 2024 at 10:05

Summary of the contracting process

The buying organisation, Forestry England, has announced a planned procurement opportunity titled "Tangham Campsite Concession" in the services industry category. Located in the UK, the Tangham Campsite offers a lease opportunity in the Rendlesham Forest area with various facilities to be enhanced. The contract initiation is through a tender process, and the future notice date for this opportunity is set for 30th May 2024.

This concession tender by Forestry England presents an opportunity for experienced operators with a passion for the outdoors and innovative camping proposals. The lease involves upgrading facilities at the campsite and catering to the outdoor enthusiasts. Businesses well-suited to compete would be those with expertise in camping and glamping services, and with a focus on enhancing customer experiences in natural settings. This opportunity has a contract value of 4 million GBP and aims to attract operators who can transform Tangham Campsite into a modern and exceptional outdoor destination.

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Notice Title

Tangham Campsite Concession

Notice Description

Discover an extraordinary opportunity to operate a long lease at Tangham Campsite, nestled in the picturesque Rendlesham Forest in partnership with the Forestry England Camping Brand. located in the middle of the Suffolk Coast & Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). *120 Pitches: With a generous capacity of 120 pitches, Tangham Campsite offers ample space to welcome outdoor enthusiasts seeking the perfect escape into nature. *Electric Hook-ups: Over 90 pitches are equipped with electric hook-ups, ensuring the comfort and convenience that modern campers expect during their stay. *Facilities Enhancement: Unlock the potential of Tangham Campsite by transforming its facilities into a haven of modern comfort. This is your chance to revitalize the site, including upgrading existing toilet and shower blocks, as well as a dedicated laundry block, catering to the discerning needs of campers and glampers. *On-site Manager's House: Enjoy the added benefit of a 3-bedroom site manager's house, providing a comfortable living arrangement for those overseeing the operations and creating a welcoming environment. *Shop & Office: Tangham Campsite boasts a dedicated shop and office space, enabling you to provide essential camping supplies and excellent customer service to enhance the overall guest experience We are seeking experienced operators who possess a passion for the outdoors and a drive to bring fresh, innovative glamping and camping proposals to Tangham Campsite. Showcase your expertise in upgrading facilities and create a remarkable destination that sets new industry standards. If you're ready to embark on an exciting venture in the heart of Rendlesham Forest, join forces with Forestry England Camping at Tangham Campsite. Unleash your vision and make this enchanting destination a hub for exceptional outdoor adventures. With a current annual visitor count of 120,000 at the Rendlesham Forest Centre, the potential for growth is immense. Commercial modelling indicates that over the course of 12 years, we can expect an estimated 350,000 to 370,000 visitors to the area. This projection is fuelled by various factors, including population growth, housing developments, investments made at the Forest Centre, regional tourism, established populations within a 120-minute drive, and industry growth. Notably, there is a substantial market within proximity to Tangham Campsite. Within a 60-minute drive, you have access to 1.5 million people, comprising 353,000 households and a population of 836,000. Additionally, this area attracts a significant number of tourism visitors, including overnight tourists, with a total estimated count of 703,333. When expanding the radius to 120 minutes, the market potential increases dramatically.

Lot Information

Lot 1

We are seeking experienced operators who possess a passion for the outdoors and a drive to bring fresh, innovative glamping and camping proposals to Tangham Campsite. Expressions of interest should be submitted electronically through the Delta eSourcing messaging centre.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-044ea9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010471-2024
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

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55200000 - Camping sites and other non-hotel accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Mar 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
29 May 2024Expired
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
FORESTRY ENGLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
arran.price@forestryengland.uk
Contact Phone
+44 03000674000

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 1EJ
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLH East (England)

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

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