--- title: "Expression of Interest for Corby Enterprise Centre Cafe" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-03dd9d7f-f16c-4e6b-af46-530fcc6c7abd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-03dd9d7f-f16c-4e6b-af46-530fcc6c7abd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-03dd9d7f-f16c-4e6b-af46-530fcc6c7abd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-03dd9d7f-f16c-4e6b-af46-530fcc6c7abd.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "CORBY BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2020-07-21" --- # Expression of Interest for Corby Enterprise Centre Cafe Buyer: CORBY BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-03dd9d7f-f16c-4e6b-af46-530fcc6c7abd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-03dd9d7f-f16c-4e6b-af46-530fcc6c7abd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-03dd9d7f-f16c-4e6b-af46-530fcc6c7abd.json) ## Summary The procurement process, initiated by Corby Borough Council, seeks expressions of interest for the operation of a café at the Corby Enterprise Centre, located in Corby, England. The contract falls within the canteen and catering services industry category, with the planning stage currently underway. Key dates include the engagement end date set for 5th August 2020, which signifies the final opportunity for interested parties to submit their expressions of interest. This early engagement opportunity is aimed at assessing interest in the café space that includes a small kitchen and serving station, with terms that include a minimum twelve-month contract period and a rent-free first six months. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the catering and hospitality sectors, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that can provide competitive pricing and quality service will benefit from this contract. With a diverse clientele from approximately fifty companies employing around two hundred staff on-site, businesses that can adapt their offerings to meet catering requirements for meetings and events at the Centre or create an attractive café environment are well-suited to apply and could see significant growth as a result. ## Notice Background Corby Enterprise Centre benefits from approximately fifty (50) companies operating on-site, comprising of approximately two-hundred (200) staff. The reception is open between 8:30am and 5:00pm Monday to Thursday and between 8:30am and 4:30pm on Fridays. Corby Enterprise Centre has previously had a contract with an on-site cafe operator, but additional cafe and catering businesses, which have recently opened in the area, have increased the options for the clients and visitors to the Centre, making any on-site offer less attractive for any potential operator. What's on Offer? Corby Enterprise Centre has a small kitchen and serving station available to rent, which benefits from eye and base level storage, which comprise: 1. Under-counter storage (beneath serving station); 2. Small drawers x4; 3. Large drawers x4; and 4. Cupboards x5, 3 of these are lockable. The following appliances are also included for use: 1. Small fridge x1; 2. Kettle x1 3. Toaster x1; and 4. Microwave x1. Also included in the offer is a sit-down area for customers, which includes the use of five (5) tables, each with four (4) chairs. Other Considerations The contract term will be a minimum twelve (12) months. The first six (6) months will be Rent Free. Rental cost includes all utilities (water, gas and electricity). If the Corby Enterprise Centre have any catering requirements for meetings, events, etc., the opportunity to cater these will be offered to any in-house cafe operator in the first instance. There are two (2) vending machines in reception area which offer tea & coffee and crisps, chocolate & cold drinks. These vending machines will remain on-site and are the exclusive responsibility of a separate third-party provider. The Good Bean Cafe, is located opposite the Corby Enterprise Centre, offering a selection of hot and cold drinks and hot & cold food. How Do You Register Interest? If you are interested in renting the kitchen area at the Corby Enterprise Centre, please provide an expression of interest to Corby Borough Council, including the following information at procurement@corby.gov.uk Information Required Contact Name: Business Name: Business Address: Monthly Rent Proposed: Additional information: Please note that this is an early engagement, requesting expressions of interest, to enable the Council to determine appetite for the service. Based on the responses received (or lack thereof), it may not progress to full procurement exercise. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36246fb2-938a-47c5-848a-48ae075df125 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Jul 2020 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 5 Aug 2020 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CORBY BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | CORBY | | Post town | Northampton | | Postcode | NN17 5EU | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF25 North Northamptonshire | | Local authority | North Northamptonshire | | Electoral ward | Corby Rural | | Westminster constituency | Corby and East Northamptonshire | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55500000 - Canteen and catering services ## Release History - 21 Jul 2020 at 14:45 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36246fb2-938a-47c5-848a-48ae075df125 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36246fb2-938a-47c5-848a-48ae075df125 21st July 2020 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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