---
title: "Grizedale Stargazing Concession"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0484f2"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0484f2.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "FORESTRY ENGLAND (FOR AND ON BEHALF OF THE FORESTRY COMMISSION)"
published: "2024-08-27"
---

# Grizedale Stargazing Concession

Buyer: FORESTRY ENGLAND (FOR AND ON BEHALF OF THE FORESTRY COMMISSION)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0484f2

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## Summary

Forestry England, part of the Forestry Commission based in Bristol, is soliciting bids for the lease of a Stargazing attraction in Grizedale, Cumbria. This opportunity falls under the category of Recreational, cultural, and sporting services (CPV: 92000000) and aims to find a tenant to run the attraction. The procurement is at the Tender stage, and the process is due to culminate with the submission deadline set for 12 noon on the 23rd of September 2024, following a recent extension. Businesses interested in participating should note that further details, including specific requirements and application procedures, are available in the provided documentation online.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses within the recreational services industry to expand their portfolio and gain a presence in a popular location. Ideal candidates may include companies specialising in tourism, outdoor activities, or astronomy-themed attractions. With a contract value estimated at £5,000,000 GBP and a lease period spanning nearly ten years, this concession presents a significant potential for growth and long-term revenue generation. Companies equipped with the technical and economic capacity to deliver high-quality services are encouraged to apply through the electronic submission method provided via the Delta eSourcing portal.

## Notice

Forestry England are tendering a lease for a tenant to operate a Stargazing attraction in Grizedale, Cumbria. Full details of the requirement area provided in the documentation.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Forestry England are tendering a lease for a tenant to operate a Stargazing attraction in Grizedale. Full details of the requirements can be found in the documentation

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027263-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender 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 | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | July 2034 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000 |
| Lots value | £5,000,000 |
| 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 | FORESTRY ENGLAND (FOR AND ON BEHALF OF THE FORESTRY COMMISSION) |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1EJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLD1 Cumbria |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 27 Aug 2024 at 11:05 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027263-2024
- 26 Jul 2024 at 11:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023380-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://forestryengland.delta-esourcing.com/respond/49V3X6A79Z
- https://forestryengland.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bristol:-Recreational%2C-cultural-and-sporting-services./49V3X6A79Z
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bristol:-Recreational%2C-cultural-and-sporting-services./49V3X6A79Z
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-title/49V3X6A79Z
- https://www.forestryengland.uk

## Provenance

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