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title: "Tender for the Management and Operation of the Eco Business Centre"
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# Tender for the Management and Operation of the Eco Business Centre

Buyer: CHERWELL DISTRICT & SOUTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-40d959e9-ee99-4e6c-958f-07f0eebceb34

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## Summary

Cherwell District & South Northamptonshire Council is currently inviting tenders for the management and operation of the Eco Business Centre, located in Elmsbrook, North West Bicester. This procurement opportunity, initiated on 3rd August 2018, falls under the accommodation and office services category. The tender is being conducted through an open procedure, with submissions due by 5th September 2018. The total contract value is estimated at £1,000,000, with a minimum value of £100,000, and is scheduled to commence on 1st November 2018, extending until 31st October 2025.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in the management of office and co-working spaces, particularly those that emphasise sustainability and high environmental standards. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this project particularly accessible, providing a platform to leverage their expertise in innovative office solutions that align with the ethos of the Eco Town. Interested parties should prepare to demonstrate their capability to both manage and enhance the operations of a facility designed to foster sustainable living.

## Notice

Cherwell District Council ('the Authority') is inviting Tenders for the Supply of an Operator to manage a new build business centre comprising of co-working space and serviced offices over 3 floors. via the Open Procedure, whereby all those expressing an interest are requested to provide a full tender submission, in accordance with this Invitation to Tender pack. The business centre is situated in Elmsbrook, North West Bicester and is a key asset within the Eco Town. The building has been designed and constructed to the highest environmental and sustainable standards including BREAAM Excellent and Passivhaus Plus. The operation of the centre is expected to comply with and enhance the ethos of the Eco town and contribute to establishing Bicester as a prime location in sustainable living. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d828803-9cff-4090-99b6-d3c8ea8dff31 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2018 - 31 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 | CHERWELL DISTRICT & SOUTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | OXON |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX15 4AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Cherwell |
| Electoral ward | Adderbury, Bloxham and Bodicote |
| Westminster constituency | Banbury |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 79500000 - Office-support services
- 98340000 - Accommodation and office services

## Release History

- 3 Aug 2018 at 09:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d828803-9cff-4090-99b6-d3c8ea8dff31

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d828803-9cff-4090-99b6-d3c8ea8dff31
  3rd August 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cherwellandsouthnorthants/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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