Planning

Operations of the Belmont Cinema

ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

19 May 2023 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Aberdeen City Council has initiated a planning stage tender for the operations of the Belmont Cinema in Aberdeen, Scotland. The procurement process involves market testing for an operator to manage the three-screen cinema, cafe/bar, kiosk shop, and seminar rooms. The tender documents include a variety of information such as financial models, drawings, and budget cost plans. The future notice date for this opportunity is set for July 31, 2023.

This procurement process by the Aberdeen City Council presents an opportunity for businesses in the services sector, particularly those experienced in cinema operations and visitor experience management. Bidders should focus on enhancing the customer experience, offering quality food and beverage services, and investing in building improvements. Companies with expertise in film curation, audience engagement, and hospitality services could find this tender well-suited to their capabilities to support the relaunch of the Belmont Cinema.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Operations of the Belmont Cinema

Notice Description

Request for information regarding the potential appointment of an operator for the Belmont Cinema and Media Centre.

Lot Information

Lot 1

We are market testing for an operator for the Belmont Cinema and media centre. The Centre, which is owned by Aberdeen City Council, is situated on Belmont Street, the property comprises a three screen cinema, with seating for 272, 146 and 67 persons, cafe/bar with catering facilities, kiosk shop, offices and seminar rooms. The cinema was operated by Belmont Filmhouse until October 2022, at which point the venue closed following the parent company CMI' collapse into administration. To support a tender for operations a feasibility report was commissioned with recommendations on potential models. The report and supporting documents are available as part of the market testing. 'critical success factors' an operator will need to deliver on include prioritising the customer experience, providing a curated film programme that is accessible, and responsive to needs of local audiences, provision of quality food/ beverage offer and investment in the building. A re-launched Belmont must focus and prioritise on improving the overall visitor experience and provide attractive food and beverage service as part of the offer. Creating an inclusive quality experience will attract more attendance beyond the core audience already bound to The Belmont by loyalty or film choice, but whose custom may make a significant difference to long-term financial sustainability.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000732707
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY478930
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92320000 - Arts-facility operation services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Jul 2023Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
cpssprocurement@aberdeencity.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1467539600

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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