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SDC: Stratford upon Avon: Recreation Ground - Proposed Concession Licence to operate a Mini Golf Facility

STRATFORD-ON-AVON DISTRICT COUNCIL

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02 Sep 2025 at 12:29

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Stratford-on-Avon District Council, seeking to grant a concession licence to operate a mini golf facility at the Stratford upon Avon Recreation Ground. This opportunity falls under the category of recreational, cultural, and sporting services. The procurement stage is currently at the tender phase, with the tender opened on 2nd September 2025 and submissions closing by 29th September 2025. The procurement is conducted using an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions in English. The successful bidder is expected to begin operations from 1st November 2025, holding the concession for five years, which includes responsibilities for maintenance, utility costs, and a stipulated annual fee to the council.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the recreational, leisure, and sports activity sectors, particularly those with experience in operating recreational facilities. Enterprises capable of offering a quality mini golf experience, alongside additional services such as selling snacks and drinks, will find this concession advantageous for expanding their regional presence and diversifying their service offerings. Given the picturesque location in Stratford upon Avon, operators may leverage the scenic attraction to boost customer engagement and business growth. Entrepreneurs with a focus on innovative customer experiences and efficient operational strategies are well-positioned to benefit from this venture.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SDC: Stratford upon Avon: Recreation Ground - Proposed Concession Licence to operate a Mini Golf Facility

Notice Description

Stratford-on-Avon District Council proposes to offer, by tender, the right for a new agreement to operate the facility for a five year period. The agreement will allow the successful operator to operate a mini golf activity and to sell pre prepared snacks, cakes and sweets, hot and cold non-alcoholic drinks (subject to appropriate licencing being obtained). For the avoidance of doubt the concessionaire may not sell ice creams or ice lollies. The concession holder will pay an annual fee and be responsible for the repair and maintenance of the property as well as being responsible for utilities, rates and other outgoings.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059229
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053151-2025
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

45212140 - Recreation installation

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

92330000 - Recreational-area services

92600000 - Sporting services

92610000 - Sports facilities operation services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2030-04-01

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STRATFORD-ON-AVON DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STRATFORD UPON AVON
Postcode
CV37 6HX
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG13 Warwickshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Stratford-on-Avon
Electoral Ward
Stratford Guildhall & Bridgetown
Westminster Constituency
Stratford-on-Avon

Further Information

Notice Documents

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