--- title: "Provision of Catering Services at The Engine House Swindon" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1796aaff-6988-4654-9b34-42c8f5594956" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1796aaff-6988-4654-9b34-42c8f5594956" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1796aaff-6988-4654-9b34-42c8f5594956.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1796aaff-6988-4654-9b34-42c8f5594956.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "HISTORIC ENGLAND LIMITED" published: "2019-12-20" --- # Provision of Catering Services at The Engine House Swindon Buyer: HISTORIC ENGLAND LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1796aaff-6988-4654-9b34-42c8f5594956 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1796aaff-6988-4654-9b34-42c8f5594956) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1796aaff-6988-4654-9b34-42c8f5594956.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves Historic England Limited, seeking a contractor for "Provision of Catering Services at The Engine House Swindon". This tender falls under the catering services industry category and is located at The Engine House, Swindon, England (postal code SN2 2EH). Currently in the planning stage, the tender has a key engagement end date of January 30, 2020, with a description detailing the need for a daily catering service operating from 08:00 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in catering services, particularly those with a strong emphasis on community engagement and social value initiatives. Companies capable of delivering a diverse menu that accommodates dietary preferences, along with experience in high-volume service environments, would be well-suited to compete. Additionally, businesses that can maintain an inclusive and customer-focused atmosphere are encouraged to express their interest, as this contract aims to enhance the dining experience for the significant number of staff and visitors frequenting the site. ## Notice Request for expression of interest Additional information: Situated in Swindon The Engine House acts as a regional hub for both Historic England and English Heritage staff and the cafe is situated at the heart of this beautiful Grade 2 listed building. We are looking for a daily catering service to operate our Cafe between the hours of 08.00 - 16.30 Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays). There are approximately 450 staff based on site plus visitors from other offices, members of the public visiting our Library and Public Search Room and the opportunity to provide some adhoc hospitality for training courses and large events. Our catering partner will provide a menu showing originality, value for money and include choices for vegetarians and those with allergens. We would welcome interest from providers supporting a wider social value, be it charitable or local community initiative. Our catering partner will create a friendly, inclusive environment that entices customers in via a varied offer. The service will be staffed sufficiently to meet peak demands and will meet all legislative requirements, that is attentive and courteous to its customers whilst being cost effective. We will provide the space free and in return requires the caterer to supply and maintain all catering equipment on site. For more details please contact Kim Talbot on 01793 414621 closing date 30 January 2020 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/247a7b9e-5aed-4a4d-8c67-862a22943b56 | | 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 | 20 Dec 2019 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 30 Jan 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 | HISTORIC ENGLAND LIMITED | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN2 2EH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Mannington and Western | | Westminster constituency | Swindon South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55520000 - Catering services ## Release History - 20 Dec 2019 at 09:51 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/247a7b9e-5aed-4a4d-8c67-862a22943b56 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/247a7b9e-5aed-4a4d-8c67-862a22943b56 20th December 2019 - 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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