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title: "Facility Development and Operation of Entry Hill"
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# Facility Development and Operation of Entry Hill

Buyer: BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2132006b-8c64-4e57-9aa9-dc461f8a6353

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## Summary

The Bath and North East Somerset Council is currently conducting a procurement process for the "Facility Development and Operation of Entry Hill." This project falls within the recreational, cultural, and sporting services industry category. The procurement is at the Tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 3rd November 2020. The site, located at Entry Hill, Bath BA2 5NA, is a 30-acre golf course that has been operating since the 1980s. The selected contractor will manage and operate the facility, adhering to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and employing a competitive dialogue methodology.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the recreational and leisure sector, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies with expertise in facility management, service development, and community engagement would be particularly suited to submit proposals. The contract aims to improve the existing infrastructure and generate income while supporting community well-being, creating a compelling opportunity for innovative service providers in the region.

## Notice

Following the issue of the PIN 2020/S 155-380433 and the related marketing engagement exercise, the Council wishes to establish a single provider Concession Contract for the provision of Facility Development and Operation at Entry Hill. The Council is managing this procurement in line with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The procurement process to be used is the Competitive Dialogue pursuant to Regulation 30 of the Regulations. The existing use is a 9-hole course, which was opened in the 1980's and is set on a steeply sloping hillside located c1.6 miles south of the centre of Bath. The site is 30-acre and consists of a shop/cafe, changing rooms and a car park for approx. 30-40 vehicles. It is set in a residential area and both the immediate neighbours and those with a view from the surrounding areas, overlook the site. The golf course is a former landfill site, previously known as Lower Barrack Farm. Site location: Entry Hill, Bath BA2 5NA The Contractor will be required to maintain and operate the facility with the aim of providing activity or activities that support the Councils required outcomes. The Council is aiming to remove any financial burden relating to this site and potentially generate an income from the improved facilities. Further information on the Council's Fit for Life Strategy can be found within the tender attachments

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/930950df-72f1-45de-8dd1-1c8f7b16fe86 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive dialog |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2041 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | BATH |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA1 5AW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Kingsmead |
| Westminster constituency | Bath |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 5 Oct 2020 at 11:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/930950df-72f1-45de-8dd1-1c8f7b16fe86

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/930950df-72f1-45de-8dd1-1c8f7b16fe86
  5th October 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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