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title: "Expression of Interest for Gayton Swimming Pool"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DERBY CITY COUNCIL"
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# Expression of Interest for Gayton Swimming Pool

Buyer: DERBY CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-23e91b86-583c-4430-81f2-f2a518663b2c

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## Summary

Derby City Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for managing and operating the Gayton Swimming Pool, situated in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement involves a Community Asset Transfer arrangement under the recreational, cultural, and sporting services sector. Interested parties must submit their Expression of Interest by 12.00pm on Thursday, 23rd April 2026. Early engagement notices have been published to provide additional information about this opportunity, with key documents accessible online.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for local businesses, especially small and medium enterprises, to grow by participating in community-focused services. The contract is ideal for organisations with expertise in recreational facility management and a strong community presence. Businesses with a background in sports and leisure services within the East Midlands would be particularly well-suited to compete, as their local knowledge and community connections can be advantageous in fulfilling the council’s objectives. Potential partners can access required documents and submission details through the provided online resources.

## Notice

The Council is looking to secure a local partner to manage and operate Gayton Swimming Pool through a Community Asset Transfer arrangement. Further details can be found in the Information pack which can be downloaded from https://www.eastmidstenders.org/. Please search for: Expression of Interest for Gayton Swimming Pool. The deadline for the Expression of Interest is 12.00pm on Thursday 23rd April 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03dd718b-dce7-49ac-bf30-b2e024cf2375 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 24 Apr 2026 |
| 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 | DERBY CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE1 2FS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Darley |
| Westminster constituency | Derby South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2026 at 12:10 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03dd718b-dce7-49ac-bf30-b2e024cf2375

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03dd718b-dce7-49ac-bf30-b2e024cf2375
  25th March 2026 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/
  Link to the Expression of Interest documents - DN811014

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