Planning

Amusement Arcade Purchase Buyer

BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL

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PlanningUpdate

11 Jun 2026 at 14:31

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

11 Jun 2026 at 14:21

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council is planning a procurement process titled "Amusement Arcade Purchase Buyer" within the industry category of games, toys, and entertainment services, specifically focusing on fairground amusements. This procurement is happening in the UK, specifically in region UKK24. The process is currently in the planning stage, with a preliminary market engagement notice published on 11th June 2026, and a due date for submission of documents by 23rd July 2026. The intended start date for the contract period is 11th June 2027, and it will run until 10th June 2031. This project aims to intricately manage the procurement activities for an amusement arcade, including sourcing arcade machines, spares, and stock for prizes, underscoring niches in procurement requirements.

The procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in arcade games, components, and entertainment service supplies. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) particularly aligned with the amusement and entertainment sector could find this opportunity especially fitting, given its niche focus and the council's interest in facilitating dedicated procurement services. With an above-threshold purchase nature, this tender exhibits the potential for consistent business growth within its duration, offering strategic involvement in a public sector-managed arcade facility. Companies with expertise in managing large-scale equipment procurement and those with established logistics for supplying entertainment products will be well-positioned to compete effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Amusement Arcade Purchase Buyer

Notice Description

BCP Council own and operate an amusement arcade within its geographical area. We are seeking a dedicated buyer that can undertake all procurement related activity on behalf of the Arcade staff. The requirements to procure and source the amusement arcade are niche in nature. Procurement follows three separate purchase streams: 1) Arcade Machines 2) Spares for Arcade Machines 3) Stock (for arcade and amusement prizes)

Planning Information

All PME documents must be submitted via the https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/ by 23/07/2026. Late submissions may not be considered. For inquiries or assistance, please email procurement.place@bcpcouncil.gov.uk. Please see the below link for the published advert relating to this opportunity: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=05ce87da-9e65-f111-813c-005056b64545&p=696a9836-1895-e511-8105-000c29c9ba21

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b33d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055350-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

37500000 - Games and toys; fairground amusements

92300000 - Entertainment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Jun 2027 - 10 Jun 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
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

Notice Documents

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