Tender

P0890 - Sutton Park High Ropes

BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

01 Jun 2026 at 11:14

Summary of the contracting process

Birmingham City Council is seeking to procure services for the provision of a high ropes attraction in Sutton Park. This tender, titled "P0890 - Sutton Park High Ropes," falls under the recreational, cultural, and sporting services industry category. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with key deadlines including the closure of the enquiry period on 13th July 2026 and the submission deadline on 27th July 2026. The service contract is set to commence in autumn 2026 for a duration of 10 years. Located in the heart of Birmingham, the tender is being conducted via an open procurement method using the In-tend e-tendering system to ensure smooth administration and accessibility for all prospective suppliers.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in recreational activities, particularly those experienced in setting up and managing high ropes courses. Companies with a strong focus on quality and commercial acumen are particularly well-suited, given that both aspects are equally weighted in the award criteria. With a considerable contract value, engaging in this project could significantly enhance a firm's portfolio and offer a stable revenue stream for a decade. Firms within the UK, especially those with operational capabilities in the West Midlands, may find this to be a lucrative opportunity to expand their business footprint in the region.

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Notice Title

P0890 - Sutton Park High Ropes

Notice Description

Birmingham City Council (the Council) is seeking to appoint an organisation for the provision of a high ropes attraction in Sutton Park. The contract for the services will commence in autumn 2026 and will be in place for a period of 10 years. The Council will be using its free to use e-tendering system (in-tend) for the administration of this procurement process and potential suppliers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. If you wish to express an interest in this opportunity please click on the following link to access https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ and submit your details to register. You will then be able to log on which will enable you to download all relevant quotation documentation. If you are unable to register with In-tend or have any questions or problems on how to use this web site please either email us at: etendering@birmingham.gov.uk. Your completed quotation submission should be returned by 12:00 (noon) on Monday 27th July 2026 via the 'in-tend' system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06aa2b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051334-2026
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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jul 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2027 - 31 Aug 2037 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B1 1BB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG31 Birmingham

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

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