--- title: "Leisure Operating Contract - Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council & South Holland District Council" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a9ba9430-2143-4c06-a2ab-ab7849c9c954" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a9ba9430-2143-4c06-a2ab-ab7849c9c954" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a9ba9430-2143-4c06-a2ab-ab7849c9c954.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a9ba9430-2143-4c06-a2ab-ab7849c9c954.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "PSPSL" published: "2024-10-28" --- # Leisure Operating Contract - Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council & South Holland District Council Buyer: PSPSL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a9ba9430-2143-4c06-a2ab-ab7849c9c954 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a9ba9430-2143-4c06-a2ab-ab7849c9c954) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a9ba9430-2143-4c06-a2ab-ab7849c9c954.json) ## Summary The South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership, encompassing Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council, and South Holland District Council, is seeking an experienced organisation to manage their leisure and culture facilities across these regions. The procurement process is divided into three stages, currently at the first stage, where bidders are required to complete a Selection Questionnaire (SQ) by 28 November 2024. The procurement is classified under "Sports facilities operation services" (CPV 92610000) and "Recreational, cultural and sporting services" (CPV 92000000), and uses a competitive procedure with negotiation method. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1 April 2026 and end on 31 March 2038. This opportunity is geared towards SMEs and VCSEs and is managed by PSPSL, with Martin Gibbs as the contact point. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses adept in managing leisure and cultural facilities. Organisations with relevant experience can leverage this long-term contract to establish a strong presence within the East Midlands region. Ideal bidders would include firms specialising in recreational, cultural, and sports facility operations. The structured three-stage selection process ensures that only the most competent providers advance, thus maintaining a competitive edge. Through stages of SQ evaluation and initial tender submissions, successful businesses can expect to strengthen their portfolio by partnering with local councils in a high-visibility project. ## Notice The South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership (SELCP), comprising of Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council & South Holland District Council are seeking a suitably experienced organisation to partner with the Councils in operating their leisure and culture facilities, across the 3 Councils. This is a 3-stage process, in which this Selection Questionnaire (SQ) is Stage 1. In Stage 1, bidders will be asked to complete the SQ document, and the Councils will then evaluate submissions based on selection criteria noted within this document. The Councils shall be inviting a minimum of three suppliers, based on the SQ evaluations, through to Stage 2 - Initial Tender Stage. Please note, where less than three suppliers pass Stage 1, the Councils will take through the number of suppliers who have passed this Stage. Additional information: To view this contract opportunity, prospective suppliers must first register on the PSPS electronic tendering portal https://in-tendhost.co.uk/pspslprocurement/aspx/Home. From here you will be able to find full instructions on how to view and upload all associated tender documentation as well as ask clarification questions. All tender returns must be sent via the In-Tend system. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e97a9f7d-2ed8-40b1-96a3-f6fe12bd4976 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 28 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2038 | | 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 | PSPSL | | Locality | LINCOLNSHIRE | | Post town | Peterborough | | Postcode | PE21 8QR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire | | ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC | | Local authority | Boston | | Electoral ward | Station | | Westminster constituency | Boston and Skegness | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services - 92610000 - Sports facilities operation services ## Release History - 28 Oct 2024 at 14:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e97a9f7d-2ed8-40b1-96a3-f6fe12bd4976 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e97a9f7d-2ed8-40b1-96a3-f6fe12bd4976 28th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/pspslprocurement/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/pspslprocurement/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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