--- title: "Provision of Catering at Farnborough Library" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04ad8f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04ad8f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04ad8f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04ad8f.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2024-11-18" --- # Provision of Catering at Farnborough Library Buyer: HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04ad8f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04ad8f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04ad8f.json) ## Summary Hampshire County Council is inviting tenders for the provision of catering services at Farnborough Library, classified under cafeteria services (CPV code 55330000). This procurement process is currently in the tender update stage with the contract expected to commence in January 2025 and last for three years until 19th January 2028. Interested suppliers must register their interest by 14:00 on Monday 25th November 2024. This contract, which includes a 'Licence to Occupy' the existing kitchen and servery area within Farnborough Library, is valued at an estimated £150,000 over three years. The procurement method involves a quotation exercise aimed at identifying suppliers that can meet the service requirements. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in catering services to expand their market reach by partnering with Hampshire Library Service, the busiest county library service in the UK. SMEs and local businesses experienced in operating cafeteria services in high-traffic public spaces would find this contract particularly advantageous. The development of the Farnborough Civic Quarter, which includes plans for a new leisure centre and cultural hub, further augments the potential customer base, making this an attractive proposition for businesses seeking growth. Qualified businesses are encouraged to demonstrate their interest and capabilities via the Council's e-tendering platform. ## Notice Hampshire Library Service (HLS) operates 40 libraries and is the busiest county library service in the UK. Hampshire Library Service are seeking to secure a partner to take on a 'Licence to Occupy' in Farnborough Library. There is already an active refreshment offer in a specific area of the library, working within a kitchen, servery and seating area. The contract is due to expire in January 2025 with a new contract due to last for three years up to 19th January 2028. This is a nil value (concession) contract and the estimated value to the contractor over a three-year period, although subject to change, is PS150,000. Hampshire County Council have been in talks with Rushmoor Borough Council, regarding their proposals of a Farnborough Civic Quarter regeneration plan including the development of a new leisure centre and cultural hub incorporating our existing library building. The planned regeneration would bring the leisure centre, cultural hub, library, and space for council and voluntary services together, and therefore reshape the library in Farnborough without its own refreshment offer. When we have notice of this, we would be able to give a lead in time to terminate the licence with any occupying partner. The Council wants to identify from the market if any potential suppliers are interested in providing catering services within the current library space. The Council is looking to undertake a quotation exercise with suppliers who can demonstrate that they can provide these services. Any supplier who would be interested in quoting for the opportunity needs to register on the Council e-tendering platform, Intend, in the first instance. Any supplier who can demonstrate that they are interested in this opportunity, with its associated timelines, will then be invited to quote. Interested suppliers are required to register their interest by 14:00 on Monday 25th November 2024. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Hampshire Library Service are seeking to secure a partner to take on a 'Licence to Occupy' catering concession contract in Farnborough Library. There is already an active refreshment offer in a specific area of the library. HLS are seeking a contractor who will provide refreshments to library users and other customers as necessary. The cafeteria area in the library is open to customers during library opening hours which are Monday-Saturday 9.30 am-5 pm (with a 1.30 pm closure on a Tuesday. There are approximately 20 covers. Further information about Farnborough library, including clubs, groups and available room hire, can be found by using the link below: https://www.hants.gov.uk/librariesandarchives/library/libraryfinder/farnborough-library ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037211-2024 | | 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, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Nov 2024 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 23 Dec 2024 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | WINCHESTER | | Post town | Southampton | | Postcode | SO23 8UJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire | | Local authority | Winchester | | Electoral ward | St Michael | | Westminster constituency | Winchester | | Delivery location | TLJ37 North Hampshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55330000 - Cafeteria services ## Release History - 18 Nov 2024 at 14:26 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037211-2024 - 18 Oct 2024 at 10:03 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033700-2024 ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire/aspx/Home - https://www.hants.gov.uk/librariesandarchives/library/libraryfinder/farnborough-library ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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