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title: "TC1183 - Cafes In Manchester Parks"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e2527210-8610-4094-aa78-35b086834c34"
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buyer: "MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL"
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# TC1183 - Cafes In Manchester Parks

Buyer: MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e2527210-8610-4094-aa78-35b086834c34

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## Summary

Manchester City Council is spearheading an initiative titled "TC1183 - Cafes In Manchester Parks" under the industry category of canteen and catering services. This tender process, part of an open procedure, is already at the award stage. The council aims to partner with service providers to enhance community services through its park cafes, entailing a contract valued at £6,213,559 GBP. The tender includes seven lots, with opportunities starting from 30th August 2024 in locations such as Heaton Park, Fletcher Moss Botanical Gardens, and Fog Lane Park. Key dates include the tender's publication on 6th February 2024 and the submission deadline, which was 7th March 2024. The contract period spans from 19th June 2024 to 19th June 2027.

This procurement contract presents significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in catering and hospitality, especially those interested in expanding their services to community-focused locations. Businesses experienced in running cafes and dining services stand to benefit by playing integral roles in enhancing community hubs within Manchester’s parks. This initiative allows businesses to engage with the local community while potentially driving growth through public-sector collaboration.

## Notice

Manchester Parks Cafe is actively seeking partners to contribute to the ongoing efforts in enhancing the quality of services and community impact. We aim to strengthen the role of our cafes as vital hubs, fostering the well-being of the city of Manchester. This is a concession contract which comprises of 7 lots. Additional information: The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk. Applicants will need to electronically submit their completed tender documents, including standard selection questionnaire, via the on-line portal by 11am on 7th March 2024.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47812a5a-0057-48e1-8954-9ad518591c2d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 29 Aug 2024 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £6,213,559 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M60 2LA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | BIG BAD INVESTMENTS; DIDSBURY GOOD NEIGHBOURS; FOG LANE PARK CAFÉ; LCR OPERATIONS; THE MARISE SHOW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55500000 - Canteen and catering services

## Release History

- 11 Sep 2024 at 07:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47812a5a-0057-48e1-8954-9ad518591c2d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47812a5a-0057-48e1-8954-9ad518591c2d
  11th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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