--- title: "Framework Agreement for Parks Space Ice Cream Van and Mobile Cafe Concessions" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-713a157a-9d02-465f-ae78-302febf6e865" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-713a157a-9d02-465f-ae78-302febf6e865" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-713a157a-9d02-465f-ae78-302febf6e865.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-713a157a-9d02-465f-ae78-302febf6e865.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "TOWER HAMLETS" published: "2017-03-09" --- # Framework Agreement for Parks Space Ice Cream Van and Mobile Cafe Concessions Buyer: TOWER HAMLETS Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-713a157a-9d02-465f-ae78-302febf6e865 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-713a157a-9d02-465f-ae78-302febf6e865) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-713a157a-9d02-465f-ae78-302febf6e865.json) ## Summary The London Borough of Tower Hamlets is initiating a tender for a Framework Agreement titled "Framework Agreement for Parks Space Ice Cream Van and Mobile Café Concessions." This procurement, classified under canteen and catering services, offers an opportunity for businesses to secure a place on the framework, enabling them to bid for future concession contracts for fixed pitches within parks in the borough. Key dates include a tender submission deadline of 27 March 2017, with the contract anticipated to commence on 17 April 2017, running for a period of four years. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in catering, particularly those specialising in ice cream sales and mobile café operations. Companies that are well-suited to compete include those that can provide unique food offerings or capture the attention of park visitors. By securing a place on the framework, businesses can gain access to multiple concession opportunities within Tower Hamlets' parks, thereby enhancing their market presence and contributing to the local economy. ## Notice Contract Title: Framework Agreement for Parks Space Ice Cream Van and Mobile Cafe Concessions Agreement No: CLC5125The London Borough of Tower Hamlets (LBTH) is seeking bids from interested organisations to go on to the Council Framework to enable them to bid - in the future - for pitches for ice cream sales and / or mobile cafes. Description: This procurement is for potential providers to secure a place on the Framework. Having secured a place on this Framework, providers will be eligible to bid for any concession contract (i.e. for a fixed pitch within a park) that is tendered through it and which is within the scope of the services they are able to provide. A number of fixed pitches within the various parks located within the borough will be offered throughout the term of the framework. The Council is committed to improving the quality of life for both residents and businesses within Tower Hamlets. In line with The Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012 the authority will consider how this procurement might improve the economic, social and environmental well-being of the relevant area. In order to achieve this, it is our objective to work with existing and future contractors to secure an appropriate level of community benefits through the procurement process. Detailed guidance and minimum levels of the economic and community benefit applicable to this tender will be available within the call-off contract tenders' documentation.The anticipated contract start date is: Monday, 17 April 2017 The estimated value of the contract is: N/A (Concession) Click here to enter text. Choose an item. For a period of: 4 years Organisations wishing to express their interest are requested to register on the London Tenders Portal (www.londontenders.org) where the tender documentation will be available for download. You will be required to complete a Selection Questionnaire (SQ). Deadline for return of tender submission is: Monday, 27 March 2017 12.00 midday LBTH is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a supporter of Ethical Governance, our protocol can be found here along with Guidance to Suppliers and Providers. Or via: http://www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/ LBTH does not undertake to bind itself to accept the lowest or any Tender. LBTH will not be liable for any costs incurred in tendering for this contract. If you require any further information please contact: Andrew Shorter at: procurement@towerhamlets.gov.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d7e5d00-6ac8-4761-8785-79f353ab98db | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Mar 2017 | | Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2017 - 31 May 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £880,000 | | 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 | TOWER HAMLETS | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | East London | | Postcode | E14 2BG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets | | Local authority | Tower Hamlets | | Electoral ward | Poplar | | Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55300000 - Restaurant and food-serving services - 55330000 - Cafeteria services - 55500000 - Canteen and catering services ## Release History - 9 Mar 2017 at 17:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d7e5d00-6ac8-4761-8785-79f353ab98db ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d7e5d00-6ac8-4761-8785-79f353ab98db 9th March 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.towerhamlets.gov.uk - http://www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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