---
title: "MBC The provision of mobile refreshments in Brenchley Gardens"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05232e"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2025-05-23"
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# MBC The provision of mobile refreshments in Brenchley Gardens

Buyer: MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05232e

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## Summary

Maidstone Borough Council is conducting an open tender process for the concession to operate a mobile refreshments unit in the picturesque Brenchley Gardens in Maidstone, United Kingdom. The procurement process, identified as DN771283, falls under the services category focused on catering services (CPV: 55520000). The procurement stage is currently tagged as active, with key dates being the release of the tender on 23rd May 2025, the deadline for expressions of interest on 13th June 2025, the final submission deadline on 20th June 2025 at noon, and the evaluation occurring in the week commencing 23rd June 2025. The successful contractor is anticipated to be appointed by July 2025, with the contract period commencing on 31st July 2025 and lasting until 30th July 2026. Opportunities for renewal over a subsequent year are available.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their business offerings through location-based services in a public setting. The procurement method is an open competition below the threshold, giving wider access to interested parties via The Kent Business Portal. The blend of a strategic location—between the busy Maidstone Museum and the railway station—and a well-frequented public space makes this concession particularly attractive for businesses in the food and beverage sector. The emphasis on quality, with 80% of the award criteria, alongside a manageable 20% on cost (licence fee), encourages innovative offerings and high service quality, fostering benefits for both the business involved and the community at Brenchley Gardens. Suitable businesses interested in this tender should register their interest and submit proposals via the specified portal.

## Notice

Maidstone Borough Council is inviting tenders for the concession of a mobile refreshments unit to operate within Brenchley Gardens, Maidstone, ME14 1LH. Brenchley Gardens is a well-established park in the centre of town providing an oasis of calm in contrast to the bustling shopping streets. It sits between Maidstone Museum and Maidstone East Railway Station and is a well-used thoroughfare for commuters, school children, residents and visitors alike. Key Dates & Indicative Timeline for Procurement Tender release: 23rd May 2025 Expression of Interest Deadline: 12:00pm 13th June 2025 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm 20th June 2025 Evaluation: w/c 23rd June 2025 Appointment of contractor: July 2025

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026532-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jul 2025 - 30 Jul 2026 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME15 6JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | High Street |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | TLJ45 Mid Kent |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 23 May 2025 at 13:34 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026532-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026532-2025
  23rd May 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk
  Project Reference - DN775965 Project Name - Construction - MBC - The provision of mobile refreshments in Brenchley Gardens Tenderers interested in this project, must register their interest via The Kent Business Portal. Once registered, all documents will be available, tenderers will also be able to ask any questions through the messaging tab. Tenderers must submit their response via The Kent Business Portal.

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/register
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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