--- title: "BHCC - Cafe within Tarner Children's Centre" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b9821a0b-2093-4163-b759-d5db99704b2a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b9821a0b-2093-4163-b759-d5db99704b2a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b9821a0b-2093-4163-b759-d5db99704b2a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b9821a0b-2093-4163-b759-d5db99704b2a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "BRIGHTON & HOVE CITY COUNCIL" published: "2019-05-28" --- # BHCC - Cafe within Tarner Children's Centre Buyer: BRIGHTON & HOVE CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b9821a0b-2093-4163-b759-d5db99704b2a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b9821a0b-2093-4163-b759-d5db99704b2a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b9821a0b-2093-4163-b759-d5db99704b2a.json) ## Summary Brighton & Hove City Council is initiating a procurement process to select a Service Provider for a cafe service at the Tarner Children's Centre located at Ivory Place, Brighton, BN2 9QE. The procurement is currently in the Planning stage, with the contract period set to commence on 1st September 2019 and conclude by 31st August 2020. The council encourages bidders to propose their rental contributions, with the highest proposals being favourably evaluated. Key requirements include operating hours from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday, and compliance with food hygiene and DBS standards. The procurement method is an open procedure, and further announcements regarding the tender process will be made on 14th June 2019. This opportunity for supplying cafe services could enable businesses, particularly those in the food and beverage industry, to expand their reach and foster community engagement. Companies that specialise in healthy eating, catering, and those offering inclusive dining experiences would be well-suited for this tender. Given the centre's high foot traffic of families, a strong emphasis on customer service and diverse dietary options is expected, aligning with the council's objectives of healthy eating and sustainability. This is a promising chance for small and medium enterprises, as well as voluntary and community sector organisations, to contribute to local community services. ## Notice Brighton & Hove City Council are seeking a Service Provider to provide a cafe service located on the lower ground floor of Tarner Children's Centre, Ivory Place, Brighton, BN2 9QE. Amenities include; Class A3 site with seating for 30-35 people and kitchen with equipment, part of Children's Centre, Public transport links, no VAT charged on annual rent, WC facilities, and all mains utilities. A new tenancy is available on flexible terms. BHCC are proposing asking for Service Providers to suggest their own rental contribution. The highest rental option would then score the highest marks in evaluation. Tarner Children's Centre is located on the corner of Ivory Place and Morley Street. There is currently a building development consisting of student accommodation, residential buildings, and commercial units opposite the Children's Centre. The Children's Centre has a full activity diary with an average 150-200 families attending groups each week. The Centre is also a place for families to meet professionals such as Health Visitors, Midwives, Speech and Language Therapists etc. The Friends Centre, who provide an adult education programme and the Sexual Health Clinic are also located within the Children's Centre. The cafe tenant will be required to open for the minimum period from 10:00am to 3:00pm, Monday to Friday, exclusive of Bank Holidays. The hours may be expanded to occasional evenings and weekends. The cafe will be closed between Christmas and New Year and for two weeks during the summer holidays. The cafe tenant and all workers must have a valid DBS. The cafe tenant and all workers must have a current food hygiene certificate. The Council would wish the cafe tenant to support council policies to include; Healthy eating, Food sustainability, and volunteering and apprenticeships. The Council expects the Service Provider to; Provide a cafe service to people using the building. Maintain a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for all members of the community. It is possible that a number of meetings etc will take place in the building and other associated buildings and it is possible that the Service Provider may be asked to cater for their requirements. Offer a comprehensive range of hot and cold beverages. Provide good quality, well produced, simple food representing value for money. Provide a menu with a variety of healthy snacks and sandwiches that respond to a range of different dietary needs. Including health and religious needs of children and families attending the centre. Source Fair Trade wherever possible. Commitment to the environment Tenant to be on site 75% of the cafe's opening times. Further requirements and clarifications will be made at the tender stage. Please email Procurement@brighton-hove.gov.uk to express your interest. Additional information: This a notice of opportunity. An engagement event will be held once sufficient interest has been raised. Site visits will be available once the tender is open. A full kitchen spec will be available in the tender documents. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5a9fbf9-a06a-4e61-a4c1-98622387e56a | | Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 May 2019 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 13 Jun 2019 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2019 - 31 Aug 2020 | | 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 | Planned | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BRIGHTON & HOVE CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | HOVE | | Post town | Brighton | | Postcode | BN3 3BQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex | | ITL 3 | TLJ21 Brighton and Hove | | Local authority | Brighton and Hove | | Electoral ward | Central Hove | | Westminster constituency | Hove and Portslade | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55320000 - Meal-serving services - 55330000 - Cafeteria services - 55400000 - Beverage-serving services - 55500000 - Canteen and catering services - 55900000 - Retail trade services ## Release History - 28 May 2019 at 10:10 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5a9fbf9-a06a-4e61-a4c1-98622387e56a - 28 May 2019 at 09:43 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5a9fbf9-a06a-4e61-a4c1-98622387e56a - 23 May 2019 at 09:40 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5a9fbf9-a06a-4e61-a4c1-98622387e56a - 15 May 2019 at 14:55 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5a9fbf9-a06a-4e61-a4c1-98622387e56a - 15 May 2019 at 14:50 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5a9fbf9-a06a-4e61-a4c1-98622387e56a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5a9fbf9-a06a-4e61-a4c1-98622387e56a 28th May 2019 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8e03c11c-8964-4383-86d3-039a47b390da Floor Map of Tarner Centre ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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