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Mobile Refreshment Unit at Craig y Llyn, Rhigos

Natural Resources Wales

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10 Oct 2025 at 14:34

UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
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10 Oct 2025 at 11:57

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Natural Resources Wales, a public authority under central government, is inviting tenders for the operation of a mobile refreshment unit at their site at Craig y Llyn layby, located beside the A4061 between Hirwaun and Treherbert in Rhondda Cynon Taf, UK. This opportunity falls under the industry category of catering services and is part of a broader initiative to enhance the visitor experience and meet strategic goals such as promoting tourism, employment, and rural development. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions allowed electronically until 1st December 2025. The contract, involving a one-year licence agreement, will commence on 1st March 2026 and conclude on 28th February 2027.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for catering businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), looking to expand their offerings and participate in a project that supports environmental and regional objectives. With a gross value of £8,400, the contract promises not only financial gain but also the chance to contribute to community engagement and tourism promotion. Businesses with expertise in food safety, hygiene, and environmental health compliance can greatly benefit from this tender, offering their services in a scenic and strategic location that aligns with government sustainability and economic goals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mobile Refreshment Unit at Craig y Llyn, Rhigos

Notice Description

* NRW are inviting you to tender for a licence for the operation of a mobile refreshment unit at our site at Craig y Llyn layby in line with NRW's requirements and specifications as described in this document. * NRW is seeking a business to add to the general visitor experience in the Rhigos escarpment landscape. * NRW are offering an opportunity for rental of a commercial pitch for a single Mobile Refreshment Unit in the Craig y Llyn layby beside the A4061 (GR SN 927 032 between Hirwaun and Treherbert) within Rhondda Cynon Taf. * This will assist Natural Resources Wales in the delivery of the Welsh Governments' objectives in terms of our strategic goals which include: * access to woodlands * the use of forests for tourism * health and wellbeing * employment and education * the environment * active community participation * rural and economic development * increasing customer facilities * It is expected that the successful bidder will help deliver and develop on these objectives by operating a high quality commercial outlet * One year licence agreement to commence on 1st March 2026 to 28th February 2027. * Business unit must be mobile and removed from site each day and is limited to one unit. * The Licensee will be allowed to operate during the following business hours: between 07:00 and 20:00

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05aca0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064216-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination 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
£7,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£7,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Natural Resources Wales
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 3NQ
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Further Information

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