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Provision of Artisan and Special Market - Ormskirk

West Lancashire Borough Council

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20 Jan 2026 at 11:55

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Summary of the contracting process

West Lancashire Borough Council is conducting an open procurement process to manage and operate the Artisan and Specialist Market in Ormskirk. This tender, titled "Provision of Artisan and Special Market - Ormskirk," falls under the services category, specifically for community, social, and personal services. The procurement aims to attract a diverse demographic to enhance market vibrancy. The tender submission deadline is 9th February 2026, following an enquiry period ending on 4th February 2026. The procurement method details indicate a below-threshold open competition. The contract begins on 14th March 2026 and extends until 13th March 2028, with potential extensions available for an additional two years.

This tender offers significant opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). It seeks businesses experienced in managing markets and those capable of improving economic wellbeing by fostering the growth of local businesses. With emphasis on quality, performance, and delivery criteria, businesses that can demonstrate previous experience in similar markets and effective engagement with local suppliers will be well-suited to compete. The Council is particularly keen on including local suppliers to contribute to a robust local economy, making this an excellent opportunity for businesses wanting to expand their footprint in the market sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Artisan and Special Market - Ormskirk

Notice Description

The Council intends to contract out the management and operation of the Artisan and Specialist Market

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0609c5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004741-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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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

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
£1
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20268 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Mar 2026 - 13 Mar 2028 2-3 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
West Lancashire Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ORMSKIRK
Postcode
L39 2DF
Postcode Area
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD47 Chorley and West Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD47 Chorley and West Lancashire
Local Authority
West Lancashire
Electoral Ward
Ormskirk West
Westminster Constituency
West Lancashire

Further Information

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