Tender

CAFE Provision at Wigmore Valley Park

LUTON COUNCIL

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Tender

29 Jan 2026 at 17:29

Summary of the contracting process

Luton Council is inviting bids for the provision of a new café at Wigmore Valley Park, recently redeveloped as part of a park refurbishment initiative. This opportunity, categorised under 'Canteen and catering services', is presently in the tender stage. Prospective bidders should be aware of the key dates: the enquiry period concludes on 6th February 2026, with the tender deadline being 11th February 2026 at 17:00. The project location is in Luton, United Kingdom (Region: UKH21), and the estimated contract value is £300,000, potentially reaching £360,000. This open procurement process seeks to engage providers for a service term beginning 13th April 2026, with the option for a 12-month renewal thereafter.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth within the catering industry, particularly appealing to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its suitability criteria. As the park's usage increases, successful bidders will be well-positioned to expand their service offerings in a thriving community hub. The open competition format means that interested businesses with an eye for quality service provision will have the opportunity to secure a contract that allows for operational growth and increased visibility within the local community.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CAFE Provision at Wigmore Valley Park

Notice Description

Luton Rising has redeveloped and upgraded Wigmore Valley Park and as part of the refurbishment is installing a cabin as a cafe provision with external seating area. We are now looking for a provider to operate the cafe to meet the demand and grow the opportunity as the use of the park increases.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061272
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008241-2026
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

55500000 - Canteen and catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Feb 20261 day to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 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
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Kasia Kosciuszko
Contact Email
kasia.kosciuszko@luton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1582548087

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLH21 Luton

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

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