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title: "St Helens Council - Expression of Interest for the Provision of a Civic Catering Contract"
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# St Helens Council - Expression of Interest for the Provision of a Civic Catering Contract

Buyer: ST.HELENS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d636766a-cda8-4c79-83e7-49f8f392d27f

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## Summary

St Helens Council is seeking expressions of interest for a Civic Catering Contract aimed at providing catering services for events held at the Town Hall and other premises within St Helens. This procurement is currently in the planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 4th February 2020. The contract is valued at £17,000 and is scheduled to last for 12 months, beginning in April 2020 and concluding in March 2021. Interested suppliers are encouraged to register on The-Chest for more information.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in catering and event services. Businesses with experience in providing food and beverage services, particularly those familiar with local events and catering in public sector settings, would be well-positioned to compete. This is a chance for suppliers to expand their clientele by working with a local authority on upcoming events within the community.

## Notice

St Helens Council - Expression of Interest for the Provision of a Civic Catering Contract The Council seeks expressions of interest from potential Suppliers for the provision of Catering Services for events at the Town Hall, other Council premises and / or third-party premises within St Helens where the Council is involved in events. Contract duration is for 12 months effective from April 2020 - March 2021. Potential Suppliers are invited to register on The-Chest via www.The-Chest.org.uk select current opportunities, select St Helens Council, select DN459276 for further information.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1970a76c-2592-488d-82e4-966250702a29 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 4 Feb 2020 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £17,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ST.HELENS COUNCIL |
| Locality | ST HELENS |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA10 1HP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD71 East Merseyside |
| Local authority | St. Helens |
| Electoral ward | St Helens Town Centre |
| Westminster constituency | St Helens South and Whiston |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2020 at 08:48 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1970a76c-2592-488d-82e4-966250702a29

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1970a76c-2592-488d-82e4-966250702a29
  22nd January 2020 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sthelens.gov.uk

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