--- title: "Car Parking Management" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-69ad2aa8-b666-4bc2-9742-69b3bd80f78b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-69ad2aa8-b666-4bc2-9742-69b3bd80f78b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-69ad2aa8-b666-4bc2-9742-69b3bd80f78b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-69ad2aa8-b666-4bc2-9742-69b3bd80f78b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CENTRAL SWINDON NORTH PARISH COUNCIL" published: "2026-01-22" --- # Car Parking Management Buyer: CENTRAL SWINDON NORTH PARISH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-69ad2aa8-b666-4bc2-9742-69b3bd80f78b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-69ad2aa8-b666-4bc2-9742-69b3bd80f78b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-69ad2aa8-b666-4bc2-9742-69b3bd80f78b.json) ## Summary The Central Swindon North Parish Council is seeking a competent contractor to manage car parking facilities at St Marks Park in North Central Swindon. The tender, published on 22 January 2026, is open under an "open procedure (below threshold)" procurement method, with the contract set to commence on 1 April 2026 and end on 31 March 2030. This opportunity is classified under CPV code 98351000 for Car park management services. The tender process is currently at the open stage, with submissions due by 20 February 2026. The location of the project is marked by postal code SN2 1BZ, and the facility includes 41 standard and 2 disabled parking spaces in a prominent tennis venue. The council aims for the appointment to enforce better parking management, address misuse, and enhance the user experience through flexible payment options and robust operational standards. This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in car park management and related services. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in installing and maintaining payment systems, executing parking enforcement, and managing customer service can compete effectively for this contract. There is potential for business expansion as the contract may extend to the Moredon Sporting Hub later in 2026. Suitable providers are expected to deliver comprehensive services including signage maintenance, data protection compliance, and financial reconciliation, thereby enhancing the appeal for companies with a robust operational framework and customer-oriented service delivery. The project's focus on managing busy car parks at a major sports venue aligns with firms looking to showcase their capability in handling high-volume, high-visibility projects. ## Notice The Parish Council is seeking to appoint a suitably experienced and competent Contractor to manage and operate its car parking facilities at the St Marks Park on its behalf. The appointed Contractor will be responsible for the day-to-day management, operation, and enforcement of the car parks to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant use of the facilities. The service will include (but not be limited to): Installation, operation, and maintenance of payment systems (where applicable). Councillors would prefer both app and cash options but is flexible. Parking enforcement and issuing of Parking Charge Notices (PCNs) in accordance with relevant legislation and industry codes of practice. Provision and maintenance of signage compliant with statutory and regulatory requirements preventing compliance challenge(s). Customer service support, including handling of appeals & complaints Income collection, reporting, and reconciliation on behalf of the Parish Council. Routine inspection and maintenance of equipment. Compliance with data protection legislation and all relevant regulatory requirements. Regular performance reporting and attendance at contract review meetings with the Parish Council. The Contractor will be expected to operate the service to a high professional standard, ensuring compliance with all applicable legislation, including parking, consumer protection, and data protection laws. The contract term will be four years, with the option to extend at the Authority's discretion. There is also the option of extending parking management to our Moredon Sporting Hub with around 180 spaces later in 2026. The St Marks Park in North Central Swindon hosts 10 tennis courts, shop and pavilion cafe. It has 41 standard and 2 disabled parking spaces. There is no gated access, there is electricity on site and a cafe which opens 7 days generally between 09.00-16.00 but these times cannot be relied upon. The site hosts a number of tennis events and is one of the largest outdoor tennis venues in Southern England. The site is misused by town centre commuters and local apartment residents and we would encourage legitimate use of the car park which is extremely busy. Councillors have expressed a desire for the following pricing band system: 0-2 Hours Free 2-3 PS1 3-4 PS2.50 4-6 PS4.50 6-8 PS12.00 8-24 PS20.00 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e6f9adb-62f7-42ac-87c2-f405fcbbf42b | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 20 Feb 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 | | 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 | CENTRAL SWINDON NORTH PARISH COUNCIL | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN2 2QJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney | | Westminster constituency | Swindon North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 98351000 - Car park management services ## Release History - 22 Jan 2026 at 15:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e6f9adb-62f7-42ac-87c2-f405fcbbf42b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e6f9adb-62f7-42ac-87c2-f405fcbbf42b 22nd January 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.centralswindonnorth-pc.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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