--- title: "006038 - Cafe Operator Concession - City Library" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-82dcdac8-7ad4-4f33-862f-89f130a3992a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-82dcdac8-7ad4-4f33-862f-89f130a3992a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-82dcdac8-7ad4-4f33-862f-89f130a3992a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-82dcdac8-7ad4-4f33-862f-89f130a3992a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL" published: "2018-01-11" --- # 006038 - Cafe Operator Concession - City Library Buyer: NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-82dcdac8-7ad4-4f33-862f-89f130a3992a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-82dcdac8-7ad4-4f33-862f-89f130a3992a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-82dcdac8-7ad4-4f33-862f-89f130a3992a.json) ## Summary Newcastle City Council is preparing to initiate a concession tender for a café operator at the City Library, which is located in the bustling city centre of Newcastle upon Tyne. This planning stage includes an engagement event scheduled for 31st January 2018, designed to inform potential suppliers about the forthcoming tender opportunity. Interested parties must register by 30th January to participate in this event, as spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. The primary industry category for this tender falls under cafeteria services. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in café operations or similar concession services. Companies with experience in managing static-based cafés and a commitment to delivering high-quality service could thrive in this competitive environment. This is particularly advantageous for businesses looking to expand their presence in the North East of England, as the café will serve a high footfall area within the City Community & Information Hub and Library. ## Notice Cafe Operator Concession - Supplier Engagement Event This is an invitation for suitable providers for a fully manage Cafe Operator Concession solution to attend an event to discuss potential opportunities in relation to the facility in order to help inform our specification in readiness for a forthcoming tender opportunity. We are seeking a sole operator to undertake a concession in the busy Newcastle City Community & Information Hub and Library, which is located within the city centre just off key shopping streets. The facility also contains a number of function rooms and provision of additional services in the building. As a minimum, the potential supplier will offer the following: * The ability to offer a fully managed Cafe Concession * Previous / similar experience of running a static based concession * A commitment to support the Council maximise the commercial opportunity of the concession whilst maintaining a high level of service This event is free of charge. No expenses will be paid by the Council for your attendance. Event Date: Wednesday 31st January 2018 Location: City Community & Information Hub and Library Charles Avison Building 33 New Bridge Street West Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8AX 1 hour sessions will be scheduled which intend to discuss possible solutions for the concession followed by a short tour of the facility. Sessions will take place from 09:00 am. How to Register: Please contact Aaron Rush, Commissioning and Procurement Officer at Newcastle City Council via email at aaron.rush@newcastle.gov.uk. These sessions will be on a first come first serve basis. You will be given a timeslot to attend the event when your registration has been received. This PIN does not formally signify the beginning of a procurement process and does not constitute commitment to undertake a procurement exercise. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7570a482-a32f-40ce-b944-ed3661469bc5 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Jan 2018 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 30 Jan 2018 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE1 8QH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside | | Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Electoral ward | Monument | | Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55330000 - Cafeteria services ## Release History - 11 Jan 2018 at 08:48 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7570a482-a32f-40ce-b944-ed3661469bc5 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7570a482-a32f-40ce-b944-ed3661469bc5 11th January 2018 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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