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title: "Contract for the Operation of the Winchester City Street Market"
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# Contract for the Operation of the Winchester City Street Market

Buyer: WINCHESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2d5df194-3bee-4134-bf13-15cea3077a32

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## Summary

Winchester City Council initiated an open procurement process for the operation of the Winchester City Street Market, with a focus on delivering a curated programme of markets to enhance the local economy. The contract, valued at £645,000, covers retail trade services and event services as identified by CPV codes 55900000 and 79952000. It was awarded to SMT Management Consultants Ltd. The market operation is set for a period from 1 May 2025 to 30 April 2030, with an initial term of three years and the possibility of two annual extensions. Located in Winchester, this procurement process was completed with the award status officially recorded as active on 24 March 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for firms that specialise in market operations, event management, and those with a focus on retail services. It is especially suitable for SMEs looking to expand their footprint within vibrant urban spaces, where enhancing footfall and supporting local retail activities can drive economic benefits. The requirement for a knowledgeable and innovative market operator to run themed and seasonal markets offers ample scope for creativity and diversity in service offerings, supporting business innovation and start-ups in Winchester and beyond.

## Notice

Winchester City Council sought an innovative and creative market operator to provide a high-quality curated programme of street markets that support the local economy by: * adding vibrancy to the city centre * complementing existing retail activities * increasing footfall supporting city centre businesses * encouraging business start-up and innovation and * minimising the markets' carbon footprint. The council required an experienced operator to manage its street market for three years ensuring that income is maximised whilst creating a high quality visitor experience. There is also provision to further extend the contract annually for up to a further two years. The Operator shall produce a curated programme of street markets which covers Thursday to Saturday and the first and third Sunday of each month as well as the opportunity for special themed and seasonal markets such as Easter and vegan markets.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e7a4fb9-51f2-47a2-b22e-a0dc06f61c5e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £210,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £645,000 |
| 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 | WINCHESTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | COLEBROOK STREET, WINCHESTER |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO23 9LJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Winchester |
| Electoral ward | St Michael |
| Westminster constituency | Winchester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SMT MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 55900000 - Retail trade services
- 79952000 - Event services

## Release History

- 29 May 2025 at 17:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e7a4fb9-51f2-47a2-b22e-a0dc06f61c5e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e7a4fb9-51f2-47a2-b22e-a0dc06f61c5e
  29th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.winchester.gov.uk

## Provenance

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