--- title: "Commercial Lease for Council-Owned Cafe" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c9125a19-bdf0-4b92-a982-44bbfbfd2cf1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c9125a19-bdf0-4b92-a982-44bbfbfd2cf1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c9125a19-bdf0-4b92-a982-44bbfbfd2cf1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c9125a19-bdf0-4b92-a982-44bbfbfd2cf1.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DERBY CITY COUNCIL" published: "2024-12-06" --- # Commercial Lease for Council-Owned Cafe Buyer: DERBY CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c9125a19-bdf0-4b92-a982-44bbfbfd2cf1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c9125a19-bdf0-4b92-a982-44bbfbfd2cf1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c9125a19-bdf0-4b92-a982-44bbfbfd2cf1.json) ## Summary Derby City Council is currently in the tender stage for a commercial lease opportunity involving a council-owned café located in Chaddesden Park, Derby. This tender, titled "Commercial Lease for Council-Owned Café," falls under the catering services industry category. The contract will start on 1st February 2025 and last for up to 5 years, with an option to extend by mutual agreement. The deadline for submitting expressions of interest (EOIs) is Thursday, 30th January 2025, at 12 noon. The café, situated in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom, offers a promising location for businesses looking to serve and engage with the community in a vibrant park setting. This tender presents a significant opportunity for growth for businesses in the catering and hospitality sector. Derby City Council seeks enthusiastic and experienced operators who can manage and grow this community facility. The opportunity is particularly well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs, as the council is open to considering proposals that are not purely commercial in nature. Prospective operators are encouraged to propose innovative business models that can enhance community engagement and offer high-quality services. Businesses with a strong track record in running successful cafes or similar establishments will find this an attractive proposition to expand their operations and strengthen their presence in the local market. ## Notice Derby City Council is seeking enthusiastic and experienced operators to take on the exciting opportunity of running our council-owned cafe, located in a prime position within Chaddesden Park, Derby. This unique venture offers a chance to deliver a thriving cafe space that serves our community, providing high-quality food, beverages, and exceptional service in an inviting and vibrant setting. We invite expressions of interest (EOIs) from individuals or businesses with the relevant skills and experience to manage and grow this valued community facility. The Council are offering a lease for up to 5 years with a 12 month break clause. There is an option to extend by mutual agreement. We are open to offers for rent and open to proposals that are not purely commercial. Minimum opening hours expected. Further details are outlined in the attached Opportunity Document including who to contact and how to apply: EOI should be submitted to: parks@derby.gov.uk Closing Date: 12 noon Thursday 30th January 2025 For further information and how to apply for an Information Pack, please contact parks@derby.gov.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4a87ef9-b6ba-413d-a4d9-e5be6d7f97d9 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - Commercial Lease for Council-Owned Café | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2030 | | 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 | DERBY CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | DERBY | | Post town | Derby | | Postcode | DE1 2FS | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby | | Local authority | Derby | | Electoral ward | Darley | | Westminster constituency | Derby South | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55520000 - Catering services ## Release History - 6 Dec 2024 at 12:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4a87ef9-b6ba-413d-a4d9-e5be6d7f97d9 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4a87ef9-b6ba-413d-a4d9-e5be6d7f97d9 6th December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/334b8b31-26ab-45e2-964c-bfd1ed719639 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/aa936bc5-3f60-430d-8440-5cdabbf24a1b ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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