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ANDBC Pre-Qualification Questionnaire - Operator for Bangor Marina and Harbour, Co Down, Northern Ireland

ARDS AND NORTH DOWN BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

21 Feb 2025 at 15:00

Tender

25 Apr 2024 at 14:15

Summary of the contracting process

Ards and North Down Borough Council is seeking qualified operators to manage Bangor Marina and Harbour, Co Down, Northern Ireland. This tender falls under the industry category of Port Management Services and aims to find a suitable operator for the marina, which is one of the largest 5 Gold Anchor accredited developments in Ireland. The procurement is in the Tender stage with a submission deadline of 28 May 2024. The successful bidder will manage the 541-berth marina for a period of 25 years, starting from 1 April 2025. Key documents, including technical and economic selection criteria, must be thoroughly reviewed by tenderers before submission.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in port and marine management services to expand their operations. The contract, valued at GBP 40 million, offers a long-term partnership with the local authority, allowing for business stability and growth. Companies experienced in managing large marina facilities with capabilities in both leisure and commercial vessel management will find this tender particularly well-suited to their expertise. Engaging in such a project will not only enhance business portfolios but also provide long-term financial and operational benefits.

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Notice Title

ANDBC Pre-Qualification Questionnaire - Operator for Bangor Marina and Harbour, Co Down, Northern Ireland

Notice Description

Situated on the Belfast Lough, Bangor Marina and Harbour is one of the largest 5 Gold Anchor accredited marina developments on the island of Ireland. The 541-berth marina is accessible 24/7 at all states of tide and is home to an active fleet of leisure and commercial vessels. The marina attracts a considerable number of visiting vessels annually and is a real focal point within the City of Bangor, Co. Down. The operation of the Marina and Harbour has been outsourced to a private operator since 1 April 2008 with the latest agreement due to expire on 31 March 2025. An opportunity now exists for an experienced operator to take on the management of Bangor Marina and Harbour for the next 25 years. Please note, this is a re-issued tender. The original tender process was abandoned and the tender documentation has now been revised to include improvements and amendments to the criteria. Tenderers must satisfy themselves that they have read and understood all tender documentation within this opportunity before submitting their response.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Situated on the Belfast Lough, Bangor Marina and Harbour is one of the largest 5 Gold Anchor accredited marina developments on the island of Ireland. The 541-berth marina is accessible 24/7 at all states of tide and is home to an active fleet of leisure and commercial vessels. The marina attracts a considerable number of visiting vessels annually and is a real focal point within the City of Bangor, Co. Down. The operation of the Marina and Harbour has been outsourced to a private operator since 1 April 2008 with the latest agreement due to expire on 31 March 2025. An opportunity now exists for an experienced operator to take on the management of Bangor Marina and Harbour for the next 25 years. Please note, this is a re-issued tender. The original tender process was abandoned and the tender documentation has now been revised to include improvements and amendments to the criteria. Tenderers must satisfy themselves that they have read and understood all tender documentation within this opportunity before submitting their response.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04552f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006863-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure with prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

79420000 - Management-related services

98360000 - Marine services

98362000 - Port management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Unsuccessful
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARDS AND NORTH DOWN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BANGOR
Postcode
BT20 4BT
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN09 Ards and North Down
Delivery Location
TLN09 Ards and North Down

Local Authority
Ards and North Down
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
North Down

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