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title: "St James's Cafe Catering Concession"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE ROYAL PARKS"
published: "2017-03-17"
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# St James's Cafe Catering Concession

Buyer: THE ROYAL PARKS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f49ff746-b5c1-40f2-bf93-30ca0cf7d47e

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## Summary

The Royal Parks is seeking an experienced operator for the St James's Cafe Catering Concession in London, with a total value of £30.5 million. This tender process is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 18th April 2017. The contract will span six years, starting on 1st November 2017, with an option for a four-year extension. Contractors will be responsible for a complete refurbishment of the cafe, which has a capacity of 190 covers (70 internal and 120 external), located within the picturesque St James's Park.

This opportunity presents a significant growth potential for businesses specialising in catering and hospitality services, particularly those with a track record in delivering high-quality dining experiences in prestigious locations. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) should consider applying, as the buyer is open to engagement with capable, experienced operators. Businesses that excel in refurbishments, food service management, and customer engagement would be particularly well-suited to compete for this concession contract.

## Notice

We are seeking a first class, experienced operator to deliver a quality catering service in St James's Park that matches the horticultural excellence of this world-class environment. A six-year concession contract will be let for the 190 cover (70 internal, 120 external) St James's Cafe (formerly Inn the Park), with an extension option, commencing in November 2017. The operator will be required to undertake a complete refurbishment of the cafe. Note that this contract will be for the cafe only, the mobiles and kiosks being managed under a separate licence. The contract for St James's Cafe in St James's Park is offered for an initial 6 year period commencing 1st November, 2017, with an option to extend by 4 years by mutual agreement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02166828-ee78-49a5-ac98-ce101b7424c9 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Apr 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2017 - 31 Oct 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,500,000 |
| 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 | THE ROYAL PARKS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | West London |
| Postcode | W2 2UH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Hyde Park |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55500000 - Canteen and catering services

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2017 at 20:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02166828-ee78-49a5-ac98-ce101b7424c9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02166828-ee78-49a5-ac98-ce101b7424c9
  17th March 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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