--- title: "Princes Parade Leisure Centres Management Contract" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02b14c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02b14c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b14c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b14c.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL" published: "2021-05-14" --- # Princes Parade Leisure Centres Management Contract Buyer: FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02b14c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02b14c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b14c.json) ## Summary The Folkestone and Hythe District Council is currently planning to initiate a tender for the management of the new Princes Parade Leisure Centres, located in Hythe, Kent. This project falls under the sports facilities operation services category with an estimated contract value of £24 million. The council aims to replace the outdated Hythe Swimming Pool with a modern centre featuring extensive facilities, including a competition swimming pool, fitness gym, and multiple fitness studios. The projected start date for the management contract is in the third quarter of 2023, and it will be awarded for an initial period of ten years, with the possibility of a five-year extension. Stakeholder engagement will be facilitated through virtual meetings scheduled for 12 May 2021, where interested parties can gain deeper insights into the design and project goals. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in leisure management and facilities operation, particularly those with experience in managing high-quality sports facilities. Companies that provide expertise in fitness, swimming pool management, and community engagement could benefit greatly from this contract. Engaging with the Folkestone and Hythe District Council through the virtual sessions and demonstrating relevant experience could enhance a company's chances of securing this lucrative contract, ultimately contributing to business growth and development in the leisure sector. ## Notice Folkestone & Hythe District Council is seeking to understand through this notice potential interest from experienced operators in the leisure management contract to operate the new Princes Parade Leisure Centre in Hythe, Kent. The new centre will be a high quality wet and dry sport and leisure facility and will replace the existing Hythe Swimming Pool (CT21 6AR), a facility that has reached the end of its intended life. The new facility will be located at the eastern end of Princes Parade in Hythe, about 1 1/2 miles to the east of the existing pool. The new centre will comprise of the following: * 25m x 6-lane competition equipped swim pool * Spectator seating (100 person) * 12m x 4 lane teaching pool (visible from the cafe seating area) * Swim village changing and dry changing facilities * 100-station fitness gym * 3 Fitness Studios * Cafe/vending * 185 spaces and 2 coach bays. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Folkestone & Hythe District Council is intending to procure a management contract for both facilities commencing in Q3 2023. It will be for an initial period of 10 years in length with provision for an extension of up to 5 years. The Council and its specialist advisors will be hosting virtual one-to-one meetings whereby interested parties will be able to view current designs and plans for the new leisure centre and gain a greater understanding of the Council's aspirations for the contract. These meetings will be held via Microsoft Teams. Bidders interested in attending a session should contact the Council to arrange a convenient date and time via the Kent Business portal at https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk. For clarity, registration for these meetings will not constitute an expression of interest in this or any other tender. Renewal: Possible extension for another 5 years ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010715-2021 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 May 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 11 May 2021 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £24,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL | | Locality | FOLKESTONE | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT20 2QY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Folkestone and Hythe | | Electoral ward | Folkestone Central | | Westminster constituency | Folkestone and Hythe | | Delivery location | TLJ44 East Kent | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 92610000 - Sports facilities operation services ## Release History - 14 May 2021 at 14:40 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010715-2021 ## Notice URLs - https://www.folkestone-hythe.gov.uk/your-council/council-information/contracting - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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