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title: "The Supply and Operation of a Big Wheel with Rotating Gondolas 2018"
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# The Supply and Operation of a Big Wheel with Rotating Gondolas 2018

Buyer: BOURNEMOUTH BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-29976062-c2e9-4ee3-a977-48ebbd7c1c74

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## Summary

Bournemouth Borough Council has initiated a tender process for the supply and operation of a Big Wheel with rotating gondolas at Pier Approach, Bournemouth. The contract will run from 30th March 2018 to 6th January 2019, with an option to extend for two additional years. The total estimated value of the contract is £400,000. The tender period ended on 6th October 2017, and suppliers interested in this opportunity were required to submit their proposals through Bournemouth Borough Council's electronic tendering system by that deadline. The procurement method is open, allowing any eligible suppliers to participate, and the procurement category pertains to fair and amusement park services.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in amusement park attractions and entertainment services, particularly those with experience in installing and operating large-scale installations. Companies that can provide a Big Wheel of at least 32 metres but not exceeding 40 metres in height would be well-suited to compete for this contract. With the previous installation attracting over 100,000 visitors in five months, businesses that can effectively capture public interest and enhance visitor experiences would find this tender particularly advantageous for growth.

## Notice

Bournemouth Borough Council is looking for the supply and operation of a Big Wheel with rotating gondolas on the seafronts Pier Approach between 30th March 2018 and 6th January 2019 with the option to extend the contract annually for a further two years. For the purpose of this contract Bournemouth Borough Council's Seafront Services will be seeking an experienced, exciting and forward thinking contractor for the supply and operation of a Big Wheel on Pier Approach. The Wheel will become part of the fabric of Pier Approach providing the perfect backdrop for local events and getting involved with community. Over the past year a Big Wheel has been in operation on Pier Approach and has been well received by the public. The award of this contract seeks to build on that success and provide an attraction for people of all different ages and backgrounds. It will increase visitor numbers who can enjoy panoramic views of Bournemouth and Poole which enhances the offer on the Seafront. The Wheel has become part of the fabric of Pier Approach providing the perfect backdrop for local events and getting involved with the community The Big Wheel must be no smaller than 32 metres in height and cannot exceed 40 metres in height. The maximum footprint of the wheel must not exceed 25 square metres. Weight loadings and dimensions of the wheel must be submitted with this tender. The Big wheel has attracted approximately over 100,000 visitors in a 5 month period in 2017. Instructions to Suppliers: Suppliers interested in this contract opportunity can access the full procurement documentation by visiting Bournemouth Borough Council's electronic Tendering system www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk Suppliers should search for the contract opportunity through Supplying the South West. There are further details of the contract opportunity on the advert published on www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk and instructions on how suppliers can access the procurement documentation for completion. Responses to the contract opportunity must be submitted electronically through www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk before the deadline shown on the system. If you are unable to access the advert for the opportunity through www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk please contact the Council using the contact details provided.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fc01a16-9ea1-40f1-84b4-7a9da9165213 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Oct 2017 |
| Contract period | 29 Mar 2018 - 6 Jan 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £327,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BOURNEMOUTH BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BOURNEMOUTH |
| Post town | Bournemouth |
| Postcode | BH2 6DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Local authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Electoral ward | Bournemouth Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bournemouth West |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OBSERVATION WHEEL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92331000 - Fair and amusement park services

## Release History

- 2 Nov 2017 at 15:11 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fc01a16-9ea1-40f1-84b4-7a9da9165213
- 7 Sep 2017 at 08:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fc01a16-9ea1-40f1-84b4-7a9da9165213

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fc01a16-9ea1-40f1-84b4-7a9da9165213
  7th September 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=b42d2c53-1192-e711-80e4-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- https://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/Home.aspx

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