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Concession Contract for the Provision of Catering Services at the Modern Art Galleries, "Modern One" and "Modern Two"

NATIONAL GALLERIES OF SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Galleries of Scotland, located in Edinburgh, has issued a concession contract for catering services at the Modern Art Galleries, “Modern One” and “Modern Two.” This process follows a limited procurement method, specifically a Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency (VEAT) notice, allowing direct award without prior competition. The contract duration spans from May 2026 to October 2028, indicating a substantial opportunity for service providers in the Recreation, Culture, and Religion sector. The procurement stage has reached completion with the award of the contract, commissioned on 15th April 2026, valued at £2,333,000 GBP. Interested parties must note the regional focus on UKM75 in Edinburgh.

This tender offers distinct prospects for businesses adept at delivering high-quality catering services within cultural establishments. Given the contract's substantial value and extended duration, it is particularly advantageous for large-scale operators poised to fulfil the rigorous demands of such prestigious venues. Heritage Portfolio has been successful in securing the contract, highlighting that businesses with expertise in creating bespoke catering experiences within artistic settings stand a strong chance to flourish. The interplay between culture, recreation, and culinary services ensures diverse growth opportunities for businesses aiming to expand their influence in these sectors.

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Notice Title

Concession Contract for the Provision of Catering Services at the Modern Art Galleries, "Modern One" and "Modern Two"

Notice Description

This is a Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency (VEAT) notice. National Galleries of Scotland is intending to enter into a services concession contract for the provision of catering services at the Modern Art Galleries in Edinburgh.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is a Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency (VEAT) notice. National Galleries Scotland intend to enter into a services concession contract for the provision of catering services at the Modern Art Galleries in Edinburgh. The contract will be for the duration of 28 months from May 2026 to October 2028.

Procurement Information

Regulation 8 of the 2016 Regulations provides that the 2016 Regulations apply to services concession contracts with an estimated value of 5,193,000 GBP (inclusive of VAT) (indicative value excluding 20% VAT - 4,327,500 GBP). The estimated value of the proposed contract that is the subject of this notice - which is a services concession contract - is below the threshold at which the 2016 Regulations apply and public procurement of the contract in terms of the 2016 Regulations is not therefore necessary.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000829497
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554357
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without 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

55500000 - Canteen and catering services

55520000 - Catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,333,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL GALLERIES OF SCOTLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH4 3DS
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
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Inverleith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HERITAGE PORTFOLIO

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554357
    Concession Contract for the Provision of Catering Services at the Modern Art Galleries, "Modern One" and "Modern Two" - This is a Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency (VEAT) notice. National Galleries of Scotland is intending to enter into a services concession contract for the provision of catering services at the Modern Art Galleries in Edinburgh.

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