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title: "Expression of Interest to Provide a Catering Service within Chesterfield"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059502"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "CHESTERFIELD BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2025-09-05"
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# Expression of Interest to Provide a Catering Service within Chesterfield

Buyer: CHESTERFIELD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059502

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## Summary

Chesterfield Borough Council is in the planning stage of a public procurement process seeking expressions of interest for providing catering services at the recently redeveloped Stephenson Memorial Hall in Chesterfield. This opportunity falls under the industry category of canteen and catering services, with the project commencing from 1st January 2026 to 1st January 2036. The council is looking for a qualified catering operator to manage a Caf é Bar within the venue, which promises to be a unique commercial offering. Interested parties need to provide initial expressions of interest by 3rd October 2025, during which potential suppliers will submit preliminary information such as previous industry experience and relevant qualifications.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for catering businesses to expand their offerings and gain a foothold in a prominent location within Chesterfield. It is particularly suited to experienced catering operators who can deliver a diverse and inclusive menu at competitive prices, ensuring a financial return. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, aligning with the council's aim to foster varied and accessible service provisions. The successful bidder will benefit from the substantial footfall of the Stephenson Memorial Hall, tapping into a diverse customer base and enhancing their business growth.

## Notice

This is an opportunity for suppliers to express an interest to provide catering services within the recently redeveloped Stephenson Memorial Hall within Chesterfield. The redeveloped Stephenson Memorial Hall will include the Cafe Bar, centrally relocated within Stephenson Memorial Hall, which will mark both the beginning and end of the visitor journey, providing a unique commercial opportunity for the Cafe Bar. There is now an opportunity for an experienced catering operator to define the full food and beverage offering. The venue is seeking an operator who can generate a financial return and provide a diverse, inclusive offer at affordable prices for all customers. All relevant documentation related to this Preliminary Market engagement can be found via the below link: https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=d6b14578-568a-f011-813a-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True

### Planning Information

The Council is offering the opportunity for potential suppliers to provide a catering facility within Chesterfield.
There will be an initial expression of interest stage where potential suppliers will be asked to provide a high level of information including past experience within the industry and relevant qualifications they hold.
Suppliers will then be shortlisted to subsequent interview and site visit stages after which a full business proposal will be presented by suppliers. The Council will determine which proposal is the most commercially feasible and attractive.
All relevant documentation relating to this Preliminary Market Engagement can be found via the below link:
https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=d6b14578-568a-f011-813a-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054310-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 3 Oct 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 1 Jan 2036 |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CHESTERFIELD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHESTERFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S40 1LP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF12 East Derbyshire |
| Local authority | Chesterfield |
| Electoral ward | Spire |
| Westminster constituency | Chesterfield |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55500000 - Canteen and catering services

## Release History

- 5 Sep 2025 at 13:12 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054310-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054310-2025
  5th September 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=d6b14578-568a-f011-813a-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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