Planning

Request for Information for Provision of Visitor and Events Catering Services at Macduff Marine Aquarium

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL

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Planning

21 May 2025 at 00:00

OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Aberdeenshire Council is in the planning stage for a public procurement process seeking information from potential suppliers for a cafe and restaurant catering concession at Macduff Marine Aquarium, located in the UKM50 region. This initiative is under the industry category of General Public Services and falls within the services procurement category, with an estimated value of £1,750,000. Suppliers are invited to submit their responses to an attached questionnaire by 5pm on Wednesday 4th June 2025. This process is part of a broader project funded externally to enhance the aquarium facilities scheduled to commence operation around March 2027. The procurement will follow the guidelines set by the Procurement Directives under the legal basis of CELEX 32014L0024 and will be governed by GPA standards.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the catering and hospitality industry to establish a thriving presence at a popular regional attraction. With the planned expansion of the Macduff Marine Aquarium, businesses that offer innovative dining solutions and efficient catering services could greatly benefit. Ideal candidates for this opportunity are businesses adept at managing public catering facilities, offering unique and appealing culinary experiences, and capable of adapting to a growing visitor base. Participation in this tender could lead to an expanded portfolio and increased visibility within Aberdeenshire and beyond, fostering substantial business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for Information for Provision of Visitor and Events Catering Services at Macduff Marine Aquarium

Notice Description

Aberdeenshire Council are looking for information on the proposed addition of a cafe/restaurant catering concession at Macduff Marine Aquarium. Aberdeenshire Council has secured external funding to extend the aquarium, add in new interpretation, a new retail offer, and a new first floor cafe / restaurant. It is intended to begin operation around March 2027. Further information is included in the attached questionnaire. Aberdeenshire Council welcomes suggestions, proposals, and innovations from suppliers, by completing the attached questionnaire and returning it to patricia.weeks@aberdeenshire.gov.uk by 5pm on Wednesday 4th June 2025.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Aberdeenshire Council are looking for information on the proposed addition of a cafe/restaurant catering concession at Macduff Marine Aquarium. Aberdeenshire Council has secured external funding to extend the aquarium, add in new interpretation, a new retail offer, and a new first floor cafe / restaurant. It is intended to begin operation around March 2027. Further information is included in the attached questionnaire. Aberdeenshire Council welcomes suggestions, proposals, and innovations from suppliers, by completing the attached questionnaire and returning it to patricia.weeks@aberdeenshire.gov.uk by 5pm on Wednesday 4th June 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000799392
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530758
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - 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

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55500000 - Canteen and catering services

55520000 - Catering services

55523000 - Catering services for other enterprises or other institutions

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,750,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 2025Expired
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
ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Patricia Weeks
Contact Email
patricia.weeks@aberdeenshire.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

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY530758&idx=1
    21st May 2025 - Request for Information MMA Catering Questionnaire
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530758
    Request for Information for Provision of Visitor and Events Catering Services at Macduff Marine Aquarium - Aberdeenshire Council are looking for information on the proposed addition of a cafe/restaurant catering concession at Macduff Marine Aquarium. Aberdeenshire Council has secured external funding to extend the aquarium, add in new interpretation, a new retail offer, and a new first floor cafe / restaurant. It is intended to begin operation around March 2027. Further information is included in the attached questionnaire. Aberdeenshire Council welcomes suggestions, proposals, and innovations from suppliers, by completing the attached questionnaire and returning it to patricia.weeks@aberdeenshire.gov.uk by 5pm on Wednesday 4th June 2025.

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