Tender

Lease Opportunity - Padel Courts, Blackpool Sports Centre, Stanley Park

BLACKPOOL COUNCIL

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Tender

06 Feb 2026 at 15:42

Summary of the contracting process

Blackpool Council is seeking bids for a ground lease opportunity at the Blackpool Sports Centre in Stanley Park, focusing on the construction and operation of padel courts. This tender falls under the industry category of 'services' and involves work in the area of single-purpose sports facilities construction and operation services. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage with a closing date for submissions set for 28th February 2026. An open competition procurement method is being utilised for this opportunity, and the expected contract period is from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2041, with potential extensions. Interested parties should note the award criteria, which include community and social value, as well as sustainability and financial offer considerations.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity for companies specialising in sports facility development and management, particularly those with a track record in innovative and sustainable project delivery. The total value of the procurement is £3,000,000, making it an attractive prospect for firms looking to expand their portfolio within the UK's leisure and sport sectors. Businesses equipped to deliver high-quality, community-focused facilities would be well-positioned to compete for this tender, especially those that can demonstrate a strong sustainability ethos and relevant experience. The tender provides a platform for establishing a long-term presence in the North West England region, enhancing reputational and operational scope.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lease Opportunity - Padel Courts, Blackpool Sports Centre, Stanley Park

Notice Description

Ground lease opportunity for the construction and operation of padel courts

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Estimated term of 15 + 5 years but to be discussed with prospective suppliers.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064a70
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011093-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

45212210 - Single-purpose sports facilities construction work

92610000 - Sports facilities operation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2041 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
BLACKPOOL COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ftsprocurementnotices@blackpool.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY1 1NB
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
TLD42 Blackpool

Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Talbot
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

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