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title: "Lease For Service Provider to Operate Cafe at Rochester Visitor Information Centre"
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published: "2018-03-09"
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# Lease For Service Provider to Operate Cafe at Rochester Visitor Information Centre

Buyer: MEDWAY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-105f2f49-6e58-449d-be90-d4bbb4c69b62

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## Summary

Medway Council is seeking qualified service providers for a contract titled "Lease For Service Provider to Operate Cafe at Rochester Visitor Information Centre". The procurement process falls under the category of meal-serving services, specifically targeting the cafeteria and catering sectors. Located in Rochester, South East England, the tender is currently in the active stage and will close for submissions on April 16, 2018. The contract is set to commence on August 6, 2018, with an initial two-year lease and the possibility of a five-year extension. The total value of the contract is estimated at £60,000 and follows an open procurement method, inviting diverse bidders to participate.

This procurement presents a viable opportunity for businesses in the food and beverage industry, particularly those with expertise in cafeteria and catering services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the tender is designed to support their involvement. Companies that can offer quality meal-serving, beverage, or snack bar services at the Medway Visitor Centre location will find this contract aligns well with their operational capabilities, allowing them to expand their clientele and enhance their market presence.

## Notice

Medway Council wishes to appoint a service provider to operate a Coffee/Snack Bar Facility at Medway Visitor Centre (95 High Street, Rochester) and invites suitably qualified service providers to submit a quotation to meet the Council's requirements set out in document 3 of this Invitation to Quote (ITQ). The Contract is anticipated to commence August 6, 2018 for a 2- year lease period of the premises, with an option for a further 5 years as outlined in the requirement unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of Contract

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/95e6d9b7-6ad9-4959-afbd-18ecd561d464 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Aug 2018 - 5 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MEDWAY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHATHAM |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME4 4TR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ41 Medway |
| Local authority | Medway |
| Electoral ward | Chatham Central & Brompton |
| Westminster constituency | Rochester and Strood |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55320000 - Meal-serving services
- 55330000 - Cafeteria services
- 55400000 - Beverage-serving services
- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 9 Mar 2018 at 12:27 - TenderCancellation - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/95e6d9b7-6ad9-4959-afbd-18ecd561d464
- 5 Mar 2018 at 15:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bda2396f-bd3e-4f45-bc8e-dce4feb89115

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/95e6d9b7-6ad9-4959-afbd-18ecd561d464
  9th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bda2396f-bd3e-4f45-bc8e-dce4feb89115
  5th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=cf1c3240-8720-e811-80eb-005056b64545
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## Notice URLs

- http://www.medway.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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