Award

e-ITT for the provision of Ice Cream Concession for Calshot

NEW FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Award

24 Mar 2026 at 10:15

Tender

05 Feb 2026 at 10:06

Summary of the contracting process

New Forest District Council has awarded a contract for the provision of an ice cream concession at Calshot Spit Car Park, commencing on 1 April 2026 and ending on 31 March 2027, with potential extensions up to 31 March 2031. The procurement process was conducted as an open competition below the threshold, targeting businesses capable of providing services in the food and beverage industry. Located in Lyndhurst, United Kingdom, this concession involves selling ice cream and non-alcoholic drinks from a council-approved site, enhancing visitor services while ensuring quality and safety standards. The tender was initially active until the submission deadline on 6 March 2026, selecting RUSSELL'S MOBILE CATERING LTD as the supplier through a competitive award process prioritising best price quality ratio.

This tender opportunity serves as a significant avenue for growth for businesses within the mobile catering sector, particularly those specialising in concession operations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in food service are well-suited to compete in this arena, as the contract emphasises cost and service quality criteria. The concession will not only provide a steady source of income over multiple years but also offer visibility and brand recognition at a popular tourist location. Such ventures are ideal for firms eager to expand their reach in the UK market, particularly in public service-oriented locations. Interested vendors had the opportunity to engage with the tender through the South East Business Portal, ensuring a transparent and competitive process.

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Notice Title

e-ITT for the provision of Ice Cream Concession for Calshot

Notice Description

New Forest District Council (NFDC) intends to procure a concession operator to provide ice cream and non-alcoholic hot and cold drink sales at Calshot Spit Car Park. The concession will operate under a Permit issued by the Council, allowing trading from a Council-approved fixed location within the car park. The contract will run from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027, with the option for the Council to extend annually for up to a total of five terms (until 31 March 2031). This concession supports visitor services and ensures high standards of hygiene, safety, and customer experience at Calshot Spit.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will run from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027, with the option for the Council to extend annually for up to a total of five terms (until 31 March 2031).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0647ad
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026636-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

15555000 - Ice cream and similar products

55300000 - Restaurant and food-serving services

55500000 - Canteen and catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEW FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LYNDHURST
Postcode
SO43 7PA
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight

Local Authority
New Forest
Electoral Ward
Lyndhurst & Minstead
Westminster Constituency
New Forest East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RUSSELL'S MOBILE CATERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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