--- title: "Great Denham Archers Rest Cafe Lease Opportunity" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5ab73527-baa2-40d2-809e-3e4064741707" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5ab73527-baa2-40d2-809e-3e4064741707" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5ab73527-baa2-40d2-809e-3e4064741707.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5ab73527-baa2-40d2-809e-3e4064741707.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2019-07-05" --- # Great Denham Archers Rest Cafe Lease Opportunity Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5ab73527-baa2-40d2-809e-3e4064741707 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5ab73527-baa2-40d2-809e-3e4064741707) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5ab73527-baa2-40d2-809e-3e4064741707.json) ## Summary The Bedford Borough Council is seeking a suitable supplier to operate the Great Denham Archers Rest Café, with two leasing options available: the café building only, or additionally, the first-floor flat. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with applications due by 12:00 Noon on Thursday, 6th June 2019. An open day for potential applicants to view the premises is scheduled for 28th May 2019, and all submissions will be evaluated following a three-stage assessment process. The café is classified under cafeteria services and located in Bedford, East of England, with the contractual period commencing on 1st July 2019 and extending until 30th June 2034. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in food services and hospitality to expand their operations. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the council is interested in innovative proposals from local suppliers. Companies interested in this contract should possess experience in managing café environments and delivering quality customer service. The provided viewing dates allow potential bidders to gather crucial insights that could enhance their proposals. ## Notice The Council is looking to find a suitable supplier to operate the cafe at Great Denham Park. Two options are available Under option 1 there is also the opportunity to lease the 1st Floor flat at the cafe. Option two is for the cafe building only. The application process to secure the lease for the available space comprises three stages as follows:- o Submission of applications by the deadline of 12:00 Noon on Monday 15th July 2019 o Assessment of all responses and shortlisting of applications for presentation and interview. o Presentation and Interview panel meeting with shortlisted Applicants (applicants) Suppliers may arrange a viewing at the Great Denham pavilion to assist with queries arising from the process by submitting a request via the correspondence function on the In-tend portal. Dates for viewing are Monday 8th July 2019 to Friday 12th July 2019 The Council strongly recommends applicants visit the premises before making their proposal. Additional information on how to apply for this contract https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/ 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/9ab6920f-d2bb-4c8e-a2aa-daeaf865a389 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Jul 2019 | | Submission deadline | 15 Jul 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Aug 2019 - 4 Jul 2034 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | ENGLAND | | Post town | Milton Keynes | | Postcode | MK42 9AP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford | | Local authority | Bedford | | Electoral ward | Cauldwell | | Westminster constituency | Bedford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55330000 - Cafeteria services ## Release History - 5 Jul 2019 at 13:49 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ab6920f-d2bb-4c8e-a2aa-daeaf865a389 - 30 May 2019 at 09:34 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ab6920f-d2bb-4c8e-a2aa-daeaf865a389 - 28 May 2019 at 14:57 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ab6920f-d2bb-4c8e-a2aa-daeaf865a389 - 28 May 2019 at 14:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ab6920f-d2bb-4c8e-a2aa-daeaf865a389 - 28 May 2019 at 14:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ab6920f-d2bb-4c8e-a2aa-daeaf865a389 - 14 May 2019 at 09:17 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ab6920f-d2bb-4c8e-a2aa-daeaf865a389 - 13 May 2019 at 15:37 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ab6920f-d2bb-4c8e-a2aa-daeaf865a389 - 13 May 2019 at 12:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ab6920f-d2bb-4c8e-a2aa-daeaf865a389 - 13 May 2019 at 12:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ab6920f-d2bb-4c8e-a2aa-daeaf865a389 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ab6920f-d2bb-4c8e-a2aa-daeaf865a389 5th July 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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