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title: "GB-Bristol: Hamsterley Descend Bike Park Lease"
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# GB-Bristol: Hamsterley Descend Bike Park Lease

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-22db53a7-385b-4950-8ff7-550601eb2cf5

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission is currently tendering for the lease of the Hamsterley Descend Bike Park located in Hamsterly Forest, County Durham. This opportunity, classified under sports facilities operation services, is available through an open procurement method, with a total contract value ranging from £1 million to £5 million. Interested parties should note that the tender period closes on 10 September 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 28 November 2021 and run until 27 November 2031. Site visits for bidders are scheduled from 11 August 2021 to 10 September 2021, providing an essential chance to better understand the requirements of the lease agreement.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in sports facility management, outdoor recreation, and tourism sectors. Companies that have experience in park operations, customer engagement, and sustainable management of outdoor spaces would be particularly well-positioned to compete for this contract. Given the focus on delivering services for the benefit of Forestry England’s customers, businesses that excel in enhancing visitor experiences and environmental stewardship will find it advantageous to respond to this tender.

## Notice

NOTE: This notice was updated on 12 August 2021 for the following reason: Addition of link to tender portal(Forestry England is tendering the opportunity for a contractor to lease the Hamsterley Descend Bike Park based at Hamsterly Forest in County Durham. The tenant will work in partnership with Forestry England to deliver a tenancy for the benefit of Forestry England's customers. Full details are provided within the documentation. Site Visits will be available to bidders from Wednesday 11th August to Friday 10th September.)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c0b3a6c-5981-4a2b-9090-3f64676fab43 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Nov 2021 - 27 Nov 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000 |
| 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 | FORESTRY COMMISSION |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1EJ |
| 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 | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92610000 - Sports facilities operation services

## Release History

- 12 Aug 2021 at 06:55 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c0b3a6c-5981-4a2b-9090-3f64676fab43
- 11 Aug 2021 at 14:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c0b3a6c-5981-4a2b-9090-3f64676fab43

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c0b3a6c-5981-4a2b-9090-3f64676fab43
  12th August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=588567008
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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