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title: "Leisure Management Contract for Dover Leisure Centre"
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# Leisure Management Contract for Dover Leisure Centre

Buyer: DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d538613b-9773-480a-b0be-5133ae128c89

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## Summary

The Dover District Council is initiating a tender for a Leisure Management Contract for the Dover Leisure Centre, scheduled to commence on 1st April 2018 and extending until 31st March 2030. This open procurement process invites interested parties to submit their bids by 17:00 on 12th May 2017. The contract will manage the current Dover Leisure Centre during a 12-month transition until the new centre is operational. This opportunity falls under the recreational, cultural, and sporting services category and takes place in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the leisure and sports management sector, particularly those experienced in managing public facilities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is designed to be inclusive. Companies that specialise in facility management, customer service, and recreational programming will be well-suited to compete for this contract, helping them to expand their portfolios and enhance their operational capacities within the community.

## Notice

Dover District Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable contractor for a 12-year management contract for the operation of the new Dover Leisure Centre. The contract will commence on 1st April 2018. A design and build contract for the new centre is being separately procured by the Council in parallel with the management contract. The contract also includes the interim management of the current Dover Leisure Centre for a 12month period until the new centre is ready. Additional information: Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org) Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the Invitation to Tender (ITT). The ITT is required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 17:00 on Friday 12th May 2017. Questions and Communication Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the discussions facility (once registered).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2c69c02-822a-427a-b7a7-4f2c4a60ef30 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Mar 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 5 May 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,310,000 |
| 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 | DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | WHITFIELD, DOVER |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT16 3PJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Dover |
| Electoral ward | Whitfield |
| Westminster constituency | Dover and Deal |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 15 Mar 2017 at 16:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2c69c02-822a-427a-b7a7-4f2c4a60ef30

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2c69c02-822a-427a-b7a7-4f2c4a60ef30
  15th March 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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