---
title: "Provision of Retail Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0317fd"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0317fd.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "WEST HERTFORDSHIRE HOSPITAL NHS TRUST"
published: "2022-02-16"
---

# Provision of Retail Services

Buyer: WEST HERTFORDSHIRE HOSPITAL NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0317fd

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## Summary

The West Hertfordshire Hospital NHS Trust is currently seeking tenders for the "Provision of Retail Services" at Watford General Hospital, classified under the CPV code for hotel, restaurant, and retail trade services. The tender is open, with an end date for submissions on 25 March 2022. The contract, valued at £1,500,000, aims to enhance existing catering and retail opportunities, which presently include a staff restaurant and a volunteer-run café. The contract period is expected to span over five years, with potential renewal options based on future developments at the site.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the retail and catering sectors. Enterprises capable of providing around-the-clock food options, including convenience stores, coffee shops, and delivery services, would be particularly advantageous. Given the scale of the contract and its extended duration, businesses that can demonstrate reliable service and innovative solutions are encouraged to participate in this tender process to tap into the expanding market within the healthcare industry.

## Notice

The purpose of this exercise is the procurement of catering and retail opportunities at Watford General Hospital. Current services are limited to a staff restaurant, a volunteer-run cafe and vending and the Trust are seeking to expand the offer.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of Retail Services to Watford General Hospital which includes, but not limited to, a convenience store, coffee shop, newsagent and on-demand delivered-in services. Bidders are to provide these services during core hours but must be aware that many staff work shifts and require access to hot and cold food 24 7. Additional information: All contract costs shown indicate anticipated return over 5 years although this a guide based on other similar sites but is not contractually binding

Options: Whilst the demises are fixed bidders are to suggest what their use will be

Renewal: The Trust may exercise its option to extend by up to 5 years although this will be determined by the timing of new developments on site.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004449-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| Lots value | £1,500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST HERTFORDSHIRE HOSPITAL NHS TRUST |
| Locality | WATFORD |
| Post town | Watford |
| Postcode | WD18 0HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Watford |
| Electoral ward | Vicarage |
| Westminster constituency | Watford |
| Delivery location | TLH23 Hertfordshire CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55000000 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services
- 55900000 - Retail trade services

## Release History

- 16 Feb 2022 at 16:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004449-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/nellerdavies/
- https://www.westhhertshospitals.nhs.uk

## Provenance

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