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title: "Operation of the Watford Colosseum"
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buyer: "WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# Operation of the Watford Colosseum

Buyer: WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9a014eb6-2731-4385-b0c0-f9c166538fb3

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## Summary

The Watford Borough Council is inviting tenders for the operation of the Watford Colosseum, a significant public facility classified under recreational, cultural and sporting services. This procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with proposals due by 29th July 2022. The total contract value is £37.5 million, covering a long-term operational lease or contract lasting approximately 25 years, commencing on 1st June 2023 and concluding on 1st June 2048. The operational activities will take place in Watford, situated in the East of England, United Kingdom.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses within the recreational and cultural sectors, particularly those that can manage or operate large public venues. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as they may bring innovative solutions and community-focused initiatives to the management of the Colosseum. Companies with experience in facility management, event organisation, and community engagement are well-positioned to compete for this contract, which aims to enhance the cultural and recreational offerings in the region.

## Notice

Procurement of an operator for the Watford Colosseum for a period of up to c. 25 years. This will be on the basis of a lease and/or operating contract of the facility.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85d2a5ff-bc5a-4d62-81c9-21686f99bb7f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive dialog |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jun 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jul 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2023 - 1 Jun 2048 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £37,500,000 |
| 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 | WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WATFORD |
| Post town | Watford |
| Postcode | WD17 3EX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Watford |
| Electoral ward | Park |
| Westminster constituency | Watford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 24 Jun 2022 at 13:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85d2a5ff-bc5a-4d62-81c9-21686f99bb7f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85d2a5ff-bc5a-4d62-81c9-21686f99bb7f
  24th June 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Watford:-Recreational,-cultural-and-sporting-services./S5E2D4N356
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.watford.gov.uk

## Provenance

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