Tender

BaDC-1598 Buttermarket Food Hall Fit Out and Operator for Bassetlaw District Council

BASSETLAW DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

31 Mar 2026 at 14:35

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

19 Dec 2025 at 16:55

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bassetlaw District Council is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process to appoint an operator for the Buttermarket Food Hall within Retford Town Hall. This initiative, titled "BaDC-1598 Buttermarket Food Hall Fit Out and Operator for Bassetlaw District Council," falls under the industry category of Building and facilities management services. Located in Retford, United Kingdom, the project aims to rejuvenate the town centre by activating an indoor street food market. The Council seeks an operator who can manage vendor operations and influence the design and fit-out prior to the intended commercial operation start in Winter 2026/Spring 2027. Key deadlines are approaching, with tender submissions due by 30 April 2026, under an open procedure following the Procurement Act 2023 (Concession - below threshold). Welland Procurement is managing the process in partnership with the Council.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in food services and hospitality management. The Council’s objectives to increase footfall and support independent and start-up food enterprises could empower businesses looking to expand their reach in Retford's burgeoning market. There is potential to interact with a catchment area offering £122.1 million in market potential, especially in catering which secures £30.1 million. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this tender particularly appealing given its focus on contributing to the local economy through high-quality, diverse offerings. The Council offers flexible financial models and a lease initially set for five years, with an option to extend another five, subject to performance reviews, thus guaranteeing sustained growth opportunities in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BaDC-1598 Buttermarket Food Hall Fit Out and Operator for Bassetlaw District Council

Notice Description

Bassetlaw District Council (the Council) wishes to invite tenders to appoint a suitably experienced operator to occupy and operate an indoor street food market within the Retford Town Hall's Buttermarket. The operator will be responsible for all aspects of delivery, vendor management and commercial performance, in return for the right to trade from the premises and an opportunity to influence the final design and fit-out of the space. The Council's objectives in appointing an operator are to: * Animate and activate Retford town centre * Support independent and start-up food businesses * Provide a high-quality, diverse and affordable food offer * Increase footfall and dwell time * Support the evening and weekend economy * Deliver social and economic value for the local area The Buttermarket is anticipated to be available to the operator for commercial operation from Winter 2026/Spring 2027 subject to detailed design agreement and construction programme. The Council envisions the successful provider from this tender to join as a partner through this design process. This interim period for design and Council construction will ensure the final installation is fit for purpose and encourages optimal commercial operation for the appointed end user. Located on the Market Square, Retford Town Hall is well positioned to amplify the offerings of the town, however, the site is currently greatly underutilised, and its facilities require significant modernisation. The Buttermarket is the ground floor premise of the wider Retford Town Hall with its own level and independent access along the Town Hall Yard and direct access to the Market Square. There is ample area (~260m2) to enhance this space to provide a series of catering focused opportunities while also creating an inclusive communal space, designed to host events that appeal across all age groups. According to a recent market summary of Retford undertaken by CACI, the town boasts a sizable catchment area with a total market potential of PS122.1 million. Additionally, Retford enjoys a high catchment market share of 16%, indicating a strong local spend for retailers and food businesses opening in the town centre. The total market potential for catering alone is PS30.1 million. The overall spend remains below the regional average, indicating a need for Retford to build up a critical mass of retail and leisure offer to increase its attractiveness. Annual household spent on catering is PS2,060 which is 5% lower than the East Midlands average and spend on alcohol on premises is 10% below the regional average demonstrating there is available spend for these types of offers not currently being realised in Retford Further information about the service requirements can be obtained in the tender documentation within this tender pack. Contract value The Council is seeking PS20,000 excluding VAT per annum for rent of the Buttermarket, however there are alternative financial models that will be accepted by the Council for interested bidders. Term The Council would optimally seek a 5-year lease with the opportunity to extend a further 5 years. Procurement Procedure Open procedure in accordance with Procurement Act 2023 (Concession - below threshold). Additional Information This procurement process is being managed by Welland Procurement in partnership with the Council. Further information on Welland Procurement can be found at: http://wellandprocurement.org.uk/. Suppliers are welcome to view the opportunity and access the tender documents on the East Mids Tenders portal using the link below: https://www.eastmidstenders.org/ Select "view opportunities" then choose Welland Procurement from the organisations drop down menu. Project ID: DN801439.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Council propose to enter into a contract for an initial period of 5 years, with an option to extend for 5 years, subject to annual review with breaks available at years 3, 5, and 7. Any proposed extension is subject to satisfactory performance by the supplier and in accordance with the Council's business requirements. Please note: that extension options are not in any way guaranteed and at the sole discretion of the Council.

Planning Information

Bassetlaw District Council

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fae8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029868-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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

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

CPV Codes

79993000 - Building and facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
23 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BASSETLAW DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

WELLAND PROCUREMENT

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORKSOP
Postcode
S80 2AH
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLF15 North Nottinghamshire
Local Authority
Melton
Electoral Ward
Melton Warwick
Westminster Constituency
Melton and Syston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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