Tender

West Cliff Beach - Beach-based, food-led Leisure Club

BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL

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Tender

21 May 2026 at 11:44

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council is inviting tenders for a concessional contract to establish and operate a temporary dining venue titled "West Cliff Beach - Beach-based, food-led Leisure Club" located in Bournemouth. The contracted activity is part of the services industry, specifically within the restaurant and food-serving services category. This open competition tender seeks a concessionaire for the 2026 summer season, with the service period running from 1 July to 13 September 2026. The enquiry period ends on 28 May 2026, with final submissions to be made by 4 June 2026. Potential bidders must ensure compliance with all planning, licensing, and statutory requirements, promising to deliver a premium food-led hospitality service with an estimated turnover of £250,000, excluding VAT.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in hospitality, particularly those with experience in beach or temporary venue operations. SMEs are encouraged to apply, and proposals will be evaluated based on a 70% quality and 30% financial weighting. The contract, promising substantial exposure and revenue potential during the peak tourist season, is particularly suitable for businesses that can provide high-quality dining experiences and demonstrate effective event management, sustainability, and innovative design solutions. The procurement method adopted is open and below the threshold, providing an accessible platform for a broad range of businesses to engage and compete for this lucrative contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

West Cliff Beach - Beach-based, food-led Leisure Club

Notice Description

BCP Council is seeking a concessionaire to design, install, operate and remove a high-quality temporary dining venue at West Cliff Beach, Bournemouth for the 2026 summer season. The concessionaire will deliver a premium, food-led hospitality offer in compliance with all planning, licensing and statutory requirements. The contract will operate for a ten-week period from 1 July 2026 to 13 September 2026. The estimated total turnover (gross revenue) is PS250,000 (excluding VAT).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069f12
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047040-2026
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55300000 - Restaurant and food-serving services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 13 Sep 2026 1-6 months
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
BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BOURNEMOUTH
Postcode
BH2 6DY
Post Town
Bournemouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Delivery Location
TLK24 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Local Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Electoral Ward
Bournemouth Central
Westminster Constituency
Bournemouth West

Further Information

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