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title: "Expressions of interest - the Guildhall, Abingdon-on-Thames"
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# Expressions of interest - the Guildhall, Abingdon-on-Thames

Buyer: ABINGDON TOWN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d290cd48-3870-475b-a3ae-fe00f16d2b08

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## Summary

Abingdon-on-Thames Town Council is currently seeking expressions of interest for the management of the Historic Guildhall Rooms located in Abingdon, England. This procurement process is classified under recreational, cultural and sporting services and is at the active tender stage. Interested parties should submit their expressions of interest by 5pm on Tuesday, 22nd May 2018. The contract, valued at £60,000, is set to commence on 1st September 2018 and will continue until 31st August 2019. The procurement method is open, following an open procedure that is below the financial threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those experienced in managing similar facilities for events such as conferences and weddings. Companies that provide high-quality catering and equipment services will also find this opportunity appealing. The Abingdon Town Council is eager to work with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), making this a favourable tender for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the events and hospitality sectors.

## Notice

Abingdon-on-Thames Town Council is re-opening its Historic Guildhall Rooms for hire later this year. These will be available for hire to individuals, community groups, conference organisers, wedding planners and others. A strong marketing campaign is being launched shortly, and high quality equipment and catering facilities will be available. Expressions of Interest are sought from organisations with experience in managing similar facilities to organise everything from bookings through to staffing a wide variety of functions. For further details please contact the Town Clerk at the address below. Expressions of interest should be returned to this address by 5pm on Tuesday 22nd May 2018 at the address below. Mr Nigel Warner, Town Clerk Abingdon-on-Thames Town Council Roysse Court Abingdon-on-Thames Oxon, OX14 3HU Telephone 01235 522642 E-mail nigel.warner@abingdon.gov.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25f5b0a0-309b-44f9-8111-32bb23e11933 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 22 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2018 - 31 Aug 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| 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 | ABINGDON TOWN COUNCIL |
| Locality | ABINGDON |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX14 3HU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Abingdon Abbey Northcourt |
| Westminster constituency | Oxford West and Abingdon |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 2 May 2018 at 19:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25f5b0a0-309b-44f9-8111-32bb23e11933

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25f5b0a0-309b-44f9-8111-32bb23e11933
  2nd May 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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