--- title: "Lease Opportunity for Leisure use on Prime Blackpool Promenade Location" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1908606e-6978-471d-9a68-c1f0a4ab6fec" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1908606e-6978-471d-9a68-c1f0a4ab6fec" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1908606e-6978-471d-9a68-c1f0a4ab6fec.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1908606e-6978-471d-9a68-c1f0a4ab6fec.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BLACKPOOL COUNCIL" published: "2021-05-28" --- # Lease Opportunity for Leisure use on Prime Blackpool Promenade Location Buyer: BLACKPOOL COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1908606e-6978-471d-9a68-c1f0a4ab6fec [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1908606e-6978-471d-9a68-c1f0a4ab6fec) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1908606e-6978-471d-9a68-c1f0a4ab6fec.json) ## Summary Blackpool Council is inviting proposals for a lease opportunity for leisure use on a prime site located approximately one mile south of Blackpool Tower, adjacent to the bustling Promenade. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the tender period set to end on 4th June 2021. This open procedure aims to secure a summer licence from 1st June 2021 to 15th January 2022, for a site of approximately 2000 square metres, with a minimum licence fee of £40,000 per annum plus services. The site is accessible to United Utilities' underground facilities, which must be accounted for in any proposals. This opportunity presents a unique prospect for businesses in the leisure, hospitality, and property management sectors, particularly those focused on seasonal offerings such as food and drink sales. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as they are deemed suitable for this contract. By leveraging the high foot traffic in Blackpool, businesses could benefit significantly from this prime location, enhancing their visibility and potential customer base during the summer months. ## Notice LOCATION: Site is approximately 1 mile south of Blackpool Tower, located on a busy area of the Promenade between Withnell Road and Osborne Road, adjoining the Velvet Coaster and close to the entrance to Blackpool Pleasure Beach. DESCRIPTION: An approximately level rectangular site of approximately 2000 sq m (measured externally) bounded on three sides by walling and a Danfo Toilet to the southern boundary. The site is part-paved and part-grassed area. United Utilities have some underground drainage structures which may need to be accessed. PROPOSAL: Proposals are invited for a summer leisure use only with moveable structures to allow access to United Utilities' facilities. Award will be based on most appropriate use for this prestigious site. USE: Leisure use only. Proposals may include seasonal sale of food and drink and any structures would require to be capable of movement at short notice in the event of access required by United Utilities to its underground network. Licensee will be responsible for gaining any necessary planning consents. TERM: A summer licence (1st June 2021 - 15th January 2022) to use Plot A would be available. Offers invited for a licence fee in excess of PS40,000 per annum plus any services and prior in advance of occupation. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fa82b5f-f7a9-4665-971a-18b9af5de07a | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 May 2021 | | Submission deadline | 4 Jun 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 6 Jun 2021 - 15 Jan 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £40,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BLACKPOOL COUNCIL | | Locality | BLACKPOOL | | Post town | Blackpool | | Postcode | FY1 3AH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool | | Local authority | Blackpool | | Electoral ward | Talbot | | Westminster constituency | Blackpool South | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 70 - Real estate services - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 70300000 - Real estate agency services on a fee or contract basis - 70330000 - Property management services of real estate on a fee or contract basis - 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ## Release History - 28 May 2021 at 07:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fa82b5f-f7a9-4665-971a-18b9af5de07a - 28 May 2021 at 07:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7829c7fa-ff69-40ab-b326-7fbadb2f9b8a - 13 May 2021 at 11:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7889b07-4396-403f-9ec5-85ecde91a6d4 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fa82b5f-f7a9-4665-971a-18b9af5de07a 28th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7829c7fa-ff69-40ab-b326-7fbadb2f9b8a 28th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7889b07-4396-403f-9ec5-85ecde91a6d4 13th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=395fc9d6-d7b3-eb11-810c-005056b64545 Advert ## Notice URLs - http://www.blackpool.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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