Tender

MBC The provision of mobile refreshments in Brenchley Gardens

MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

23 May 2025 at 13:34

Summary of the contracting process

Maidstone Borough Council is conducting an open tender process for the concession to operate a mobile refreshments unit in the picturesque Brenchley Gardens in Maidstone, United Kingdom. The procurement process, identified as DN771283, falls under the services category focused on catering services (CPV: 55520000). The procurement stage is currently tagged as active, with key dates being the release of the tender on 23rd May 2025, the deadline for expressions of interest on 13th June 2025, the final submission deadline on 20th June 2025 at noon, and the evaluation occurring in the week commencing 23rd June 2025. The successful contractor is anticipated to be appointed by July 2025, with the contract period commencing on 31st July 2025 and lasting until 30th July 2026. Opportunities for renewal over a subsequent year are available.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their business offerings through location-based services in a public setting. The procurement method is an open competition below the threshold, giving wider access to interested parties via The Kent Business Portal. The blend of a strategic location—between the busy Maidstone Museum and the railway station—and a well-frequented public space makes this concession particularly attractive for businesses in the food and beverage sector. The emphasis on quality, with 80% of the award criteria, alongside a manageable 20% on cost (licence fee), encourages innovative offerings and high service quality, fostering benefits for both the business involved and the community at Brenchley Gardens. Suitable businesses interested in this tender should register their interest and submit proposals via the specified portal.

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Notice Title

MBC The provision of mobile refreshments in Brenchley Gardens

Notice Description

Maidstone Borough Council is inviting tenders for the concession of a mobile refreshments unit to operate within Brenchley Gardens, Maidstone, ME14 1LH. Brenchley Gardens is a well-established park in the centre of town providing an oasis of calm in contrast to the bustling shopping streets. It sits between Maidstone Museum and Maidstone East Railway Station and is a well-used thoroughfare for commuters, school children, residents and visitors alike. Key Dates & Indicative Timeline for Procurement Tender release: 23rd May 2025 Expression of Interest Deadline: 12:00pm 13th June 2025 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm 20th June 2025 Evaluation: w/c 23rd June 2025 Appointment of contractor: July 2025

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05232e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026532-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55520000 - Catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jul 2025 - 30 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@tunbridgewells.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME15 6JQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ45 Mid Kent

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
High Street
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026532-2025
    23rd May 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
  • www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk
    Project Reference - DN775965 Project Name - Construction - MBC - The provision of mobile refreshments in Brenchley Gardens Tenderers interested in this project, must register their interest via The Kent Business Portal. Once registered, all documents will be available, tenderers will also be able to ask any questions through the messaging tab. Tenderers must submit their response via The Kent Business Portal.

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