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title: "Supply of Beers, Wines and Spirits, Bar Equipment and Services"
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buyer: "TEST VALLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# Supply of Beers, Wines and Spirits, Bar Equipment and Services

Buyer: TEST VALLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d1ad8c7d-f822-418d-a111-1e429b62cbe6

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## Summary

Test Valley Borough Council is inviting tenders for the supply of beers, wines, and spirits, as well as bar equipment and related services. The procurement process falls under the industry category of "Beverages, tobacco and related products" (CPV code: 15900000) and is being conducted via an open procedure. The contract is intended for a duration of three years starting from 1 October 2024, with an optional monthly extension for up to 12 further months. The procurement is aimed at providing supplies for The Lights, a theatre and venue in Andover, Hampshire, which needs a reliable supplier to ensure the smooth operation of its café bar and events. The tender stage is currently active, and the deadline for submissions is 12:00 pm on 2 September 2024.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, looking to expand their client base by supplying to a well-established public venue. Companies specialising in the distribution of alcoholic beverages, bar equipment, and related services would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The open procedure allows a broad range of suppliers to participate, promoting fair competition. Success in securing this contract could lead to consistent revenue streams and increased market visibility for the successful bidder, given The Lights' considerable footfall and range of events.

## Notice

Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) proposes to enter into contract for 3 Years, with an option to extend monthly for up to 12 months, for the Supply of Beers, Wines and Spirits, and Services. The Lights is a small theatre and venue in Andover, Hampshire, which is owned and managed by Test Valley Borough Council. In an average year the venue attracts a footfall of around 125,000 per annum and stages around 180 shows and events throughout the year. It has a 249-seat auditorium with a larger arena space for informal seated concerts, standing concerts and events. The Arena Cafe Bar is open Monday to Saturday daytime and provides an evening service when shows and events are on which is, on average, 4 nights per week. The Lights is seeking a supplier for the provision of canned and bottled alcoholic beverages, wines and mixers and soft drinks. Further details are available at https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=84603&B=UK

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b10b63c-0e60-409e-861c-b8703baad585 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| 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 | TEST VALLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | ANDOVER |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP10 3AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Test Valley |
| Electoral ward | Andover Millway |
| Westminster constituency | North West Hampshire |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15900000 - Beverages, tobacco and related products

## Release History

- 9 Aug 2024 at 14:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b10b63c-0e60-409e-861c-b8703baad585

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b10b63c-0e60-409e-861c-b8703baad585
  9th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=84603&B=UK
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/67140
  User / Company

## Provenance

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