Planning

Expression of Interest for Gayton Swimming Pool

DERBY CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

25 Mar 2026 at 12:01

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Derby City Council seeks expressions of interest for the management and operation of Gayton Swimming Pool under a Community Asset Transfer arrangement. This tender, with the reference id "ocds-h6vhtk-0673bb," falls under the planning stage and belongs to the recreational, cultural and sporting services industry category. The contracting authority, Derby City Council, is classified as a public authority - sub-central government, located at The Council House, Corporation Street, Derby, DE1 2FS, United Kingdom. Interested parties can download further information from the East Mids Tenders website, and submissions are due by 12:00pm on Thursday, 23rd April 2026. This marks a significant opportunity to partner with the local government in operating a community asset, thereby enhancing community services and engagement.

Businesses specialising in recreational and sports management, particularly those with experience in community partnerships, stand to gain substantial growth opportunities through this tender. The contract period spans a remarkable thirty-year term from 1st June 2027 to 31st May 2057, offering long-term stability and room for strategic development. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, highlighting the tender's inclusivity and potential for fostering local businesses. By engaging in this procurement process, successful bidders can expand their portfolio and contribute positively to the community's well-being through enhanced local amenities.

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Notice Title

Expression of Interest for Gayton Swimming Pool

Notice Description

The Council is looking to secure a local partner to manage and operate Gayton Swimming Pool through a Community Asset Transfer arrangement. Further details can be found in the Information pack which can be downloaded from https://www.eastmidstenders.org/. Please search for: Expression of Interest for Gayton Swimming Pool. The deadline for the Expression of Interest is 12.00pm on Thursday 23rd April 2026.

Planning Information

See Information pack

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0673bb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027264-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2027 - 31 May 2057 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DERBY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE1 2FS
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF11 Derby

Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Darley
Westminster Constituency
Derby South

Further Information

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