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title: "Appointment of an Operator for Bangor Marina and Harbour"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-055d2d"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ARDS AND NORTH DOWN BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-02"
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# Appointment of an Operator for Bangor Marina and Harbour

Buyer: ARDS AND NORTH DOWN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-055d2d

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Ards and North Down Borough Council seeks to appoint an operator for Bangor Marina and Harbour, located in Bangor, Co. Down. The industry category involves marine management and services, with a legal basis established under the UK Procurement Act 2023. The procurement is currently at the "award" stage, following a competitive flexible procedure. The award notice was published on 21st November 2025, with the contract due to commence on 1st April 2026. The initial contract period is set for 30 months, with options to extend up to an additional 30 months, aligning with planned redevelopment works at the marina. The overall contract value is £6 million, and the procurement method is selective, with the primary location for service delivery being Northern Ireland.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the marine management and services sector, particularly those experienced in operating similar facilities. Companies that demonstrate strong capabilities in management-related services, coupled with technical and financial robustness, are well-suited to compete. The awarded contract operator will manage one of Ireland's largest marina developments, fostering long-term business growth. This contract not only provides a platform for financial gain through operational revenues but also enhances the operator's portfolio and reputation in the maritime industry, paving the way for future opportunities. The competitive flexible procedure offers the chance for applicants to showcase their innovation and management proficiency, making it an attractive prospect for well-established organisations as well as smaller enterprises keen to expand their market presence.

## Notice

Ards and North Down Borough Council seeks Participation Stage Submissions for the appointment of an Operator to operate Bangor Marina and Harbour situated in Bangor, Co.Down. Situated on the Belfast Lough, Bangor Marina and Harbour is one of the largest 5 Gold Anchor accredited marina developments on the island of Ireland. The 541-berth marina is accessible 24/7 at all states of tide and is home to an active fleet of leisure and commercial vessels. The marina attracts a considerable number of visiting vessels annually and is a real focal point within the City of Bangor, Co. Down. The operation of the Marina and Harbour has been outsourced to a private operator since 1 April 2008 with the latest agreement due to expire on 31 March 2026. An opportunity now exists for an experienced operator to take on the management of Bangor Marina and Harbour for an initial 30 month contract period with options to extend for up to a further 30 months. The potential overall contract period (including options) will be for no more than 60 months.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract start date is anticipated to be 1st April 2026 for an initial period of 30 months. There will be an option to extend the contract for a further 18-month period, followed by a final 12-month period. However, due to the anticipated redevelopment works disruption of the marina, the exact length of each option period(s) will be agreed with the successful operator. The overall contract period (including options) will be for no more than 60 months from the 1st April 2026 and each extension will be subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement by both parties.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030792-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | 2029-09-03 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,000,000 |
| Lots value | £6,000,000 |
| Awards value | £5,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Cancelled |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ARDS AND NORTH DOWN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | ARDS AND NORTH DOWNBOROUGH COUNCIL; Missing |
| Locality | BANGOR |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT20 4BT |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN09 Ards and North Down |
| Local authority | Ards and North Down |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | North Down |
| Delivery location | TLN09 Ards and North Down |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BOATFOLK MARINAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 79420000 - Management-related services
- 98360000 - Marine services
- 98362000 - Port management services

## Release History

- 2 Apr 2026 at 10:43 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030792-2026
- 21 Nov 2025 at 11:40 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075970-2025
- 10 Jul 2025 at 15:26 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039068-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030792-2026
  2nd April 2026 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075970-2025
  21st November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039068-2025
  10th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.boatfolk.co.uk
- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps/home.do
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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