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title: "The Northampton Museum and Art Gallery Cafe Operator"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-97e6bb77-c7f6-4bb6-8523-aca2c253eccd"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2018-12-07"
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# The Northampton Museum and Art Gallery Cafe Operator

Buyer: NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-97e6bb77-c7f6-4bb6-8523-aca2c253eccd

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## Summary

Northampton Borough Council is currently seeking tenders for the operation of the café at the new Northampton Museum and Art Gallery. This tender, classified under canteen and catering services, has a total estimated value of £600,000 and is an open procurement procedure. The tender period will conclude on 14 January 2019, with the contract expected to commence on 1 January 2020 and run until 31 December 2022. Interested parties should submit their bids before the specified deadline, and the project is located in Northampton, England.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the catering and hospitality sector, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that can provide engaging café experiences. Companies capable of managing a café operation and delivering exceptional customer service would be well-suited to compete for this contract. This project not only opens a pathway to secure a significant contract but also enhances visibility and reputation in the local community and tourism sector.

## Notice

Northampton Borough Council wishes to invite Tenders for the supply of services in respect of the cafe provision for the new Northampton Museum and Art Gallery. The Potential Provider will be responsible for providing this service and liaising closely with the Contract Manager identified by the Authority.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/754fb035-043f-44bd-80f4-c982e01fcd64 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| 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 | NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 1DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55500000 - Canteen and catering services

## Release History

- 7 Dec 2018 at 15:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/754fb035-043f-44bd-80f4-c982e01fcd64
- 7 Dec 2018 at 10:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2904b1b-e37d-4aa2-b05a-63c968ee0731

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/754fb035-043f-44bd-80f4-c982e01fcd64
  7th December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2904b1b-e37d-4aa2-b05a-63c968ee0731
  7th December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=62204a58-55f9-e811-80ef-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True
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