Award

Visitor and Functions Catering

HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

29 Jul 2021 at 00:00

Tender

04 Mar 2019 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Historic Environment Scotland, which is seeking to engage a caterer for its Visitor and Functions Catering at multiple sites in Scotland. This tender, titled "Visitor and Functions Catering", falls under the services category, specifically within the tourism, built environment, and conservation sectors. The procurement method is an award procedure that includes prior publication of a call for competition. The submission window for bids has ended, with the full contract period commencing on 1 April 2020 and lasting for five years, with options for extension. Key locations include notable sites such as Edinburgh Castle and Stirling Castle.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the catering and hospitality sector, especially those experienced in delivering high-quality services in historic or tourist environments. Companies equipped to manage catering operations on a concession basis and willing to invest in improving facilities may find this contract particularly advantageous. The partnership approach sought by Historic Environment Scotland suggests that collaboration and service excellence will be crucial for success in this highly competitive tender.

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Notice Title

Visitor and Functions Catering

Notice Description

Historic Environment Scotland(HES)/Historic Environment Scotland Enterprises Ltd(HESE) is seeking a competent Caterer to operate the visitor & functions catering service at a number of sites in Scotland. HES/HESE wish to develop a partnership with the Caterer to deliver its catering strategy, the aims of which are to: Provide a world class catering experience to enhance the overall visit: Increase sales per visitor by delivering great service: To achieve joint financial success with partners committed to quality & service standards. The contract will operate on a concession basis, with the Caterer paying HES/HESE a percentage of the gross receipts, excluding VAT, from all business transacted within the premises, including all food and drink and any other associated services. HES/HESE is also seeking capital investment from the successful Caterer, with the aim of improving the catering facilities for visitors and external clients, developing further sales opportunities for both parties.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Historic Environment Scotland(HES)/Historic Environment Scotland Enterprises Ltd(HESE) is seeking a competent Caterer to operate the visitor & functions catering service at a number of sites in Scotland. HES/HESE wish to develop a partnership with the Caterer to deliver its catering strategy, the aims of which are to: Provide a world class catering experience to enhance the overall visit: Increase sales per visitor by delivering great service: To achieve joint financial success with partners committed to quality & service standards. The contract will operate on a concession basis, with the Caterer paying HES/HESE a percentage of the gross receipts, excluding VAT, from all business transacted within the premises, including all food and drink and any other associated services. HES/HESE is also seeking capital investment from the successful Caterer, with the aim of improving the catering facilities for visitors and external clients, developing further sales opportunities for both parties. This tender is being carried out in accordance with the Concession Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2016. This tender is being carried out in two stages. This is the first stage where all interested parties must submit a completed pre-qualification questionnaire (PQQ). Responses will then be evaluated and the highest scoring tenderers will be invited through to the second stage, subject to number and quality of submissions, and they will be invited to submit a tender.. The sites to be covered are: Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle, Urquhart Castle, Aberdour Castle, Caerlaverock Castle, Duff House, Fort George, Skara Brae, Longmore House, The Engine Shed. Options will be included for amendment to the above and to add in any site across the HES estate.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000575798
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG422765
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F25 - Concession Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure with prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55520000 - Catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,800,389,440 £1B-£10B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Apr 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Aug 20205 years ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2020 - 31 Mar 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
The Contract will commence on 1 April 2020 for a period of 5 years, with the option to extend for a further period of 3 years and an additional period of 2 years.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@hes.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1316688866

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH9 1SH
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Southside/Newington
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BENUGO

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR347493
    Visitor and Functions Catering - Historic Environment Scotland(HES)/Historic Environment Scotland Enterprises Ltd(HESE) is seeking a competent Caterer to operate the visitor & functions catering service at a number of sites in Scotland. HES/HESE wish to develop a partnership with the Caterer to deliver its catering strategy, the aims of which are to: Provide a world class catering experience to enhance the overall visit: Increase sales per visitor by delivering great service: To achieve joint financial success with partners committed to quality & service standards. The contract will operate on a concession basis, with the Caterer paying HES/HESE a percentage of the gross receipts, excluding VAT, from all business transacted within the premises, including all food and drink and any other associated services. HES/HESE is also seeking capital investment from the successful Caterer, with the aim of improving the catering facilities for visitors and external clients, developing further sales opportunities for both parties.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG422765
    Visitor and Functions Catering - Historic Environment Scotland(HES)/Historic Environment Scotland Enterprises Ltd(HESE) is seeking a competent Caterer to operate the visitor & functions catering service at a number of sites in Scotland. HES/HESE wish to develop a partnership with the Caterer to deliver its catering strategy, the aims of which are to: Provide a world class catering experience to enhance the overall visit: Increase sales per visitor by delivering great service: To achieve joint financial success with partners committed to quality & service standards. The contract will operate on a concession basis, with the Caterer paying HES/HESE a percentage of the gross receipts, excluding VAT, from all business transacted within the premises, including all food and drink and any other associated services. HES/HESE is also seeking capital investment from the successful Caterer, with the aim of improving the catering facilities for visitors and external clients, developing further sales opportunities for both parties.

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