Tender

Grizedale Stargazing Concession

FORESTRY ENGLAND (FOR AND ON BEHALF OF THE FORESTRY COMMISSION)

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27 Aug 2024 at 11:05

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26 Jul 2024 at 11:05

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Forestry England, part of the Forestry Commission based in Bristol, is soliciting bids for the lease of a Stargazing attraction in Grizedale, Cumbria. This opportunity falls under the category of Recreational, cultural, and sporting services (CPV: 92000000) and aims to find a tenant to run the attraction. The procurement is at the Tender stage, and the process is due to culminate with the submission deadline set for 12 noon on the 23rd of September 2024, following a recent extension. Businesses interested in participating should note that further details, including specific requirements and application procedures, are available in the provided documentation online.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses within the recreational services industry to expand their portfolio and gain a presence in a popular location. Ideal candidates may include companies specialising in tourism, outdoor activities, or astronomy-themed attractions. With a contract value estimated at £5,000,000 GBP and a lease period spanning nearly ten years, this concession presents a significant potential for growth and long-term revenue generation. Companies equipped with the technical and economic capacity to deliver high-quality services are encouraged to apply through the electronic submission method provided via the Delta eSourcing portal.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Grizedale Stargazing Concession

Notice Description

Forestry England are tendering a lease for a tenant to operate a Stargazing attraction in Grizedale, Cumbria. Full details of the requirement area provided in the documentation.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Forestry England are tendering a lease for a tenant to operate a Stargazing attraction in Grizedale. Full details of the requirements can be found in the documentation

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0484f2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027263-2024
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender 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

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
July 2034

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FORESTRY ENGLAND (FOR AND ON BEHALF OF THE FORESTRY COMMISSION)
Contact Name
Sam Harris
Contact Email
sam.harris@forestryengland.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3000674059

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
TLD1 Cumbria
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

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