---
title: "RBGKEW1530 - Catering Services Wakehurst"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0663c8"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS"
published: "2026-03-06"
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# RBGKEW1530 - Catering Services Wakehurst

Buyer: ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0663c8

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## Summary

The Royal Botanic Gardens, acting as the contracting authority, is inviting tenders for catering services at Wakehurst, located in Sussex, UK. The procurement process, under an open competitive flexible procedure, entails managing three fixed catering outlets and mobile catering within Wakehurst grounds. This concession-based contract requires the appointed caterer to pay a commission based on the sales turnover. This tender, active since 6th March 2026, falls under the services category and holds a significant value of £17 million. The deadline for tender submissions is 5th May 2026, with an award decision expected by 3rd August 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st November 2026 and may extend up to 31st October 2036.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in catering services, especially those capable of operating efficiently within a concession framework. It is ideal for SMEs and VCSEs seeking to expand their market presence in the public sector. The process emphasises quality, social value, and commercial return, allowing companies with innovative visitor offer designs and strong environmental sustainability practices to excel. Organisations with proficiency in managing peak demand, business continuity, and relevant experience in similar settings are well-suited to compete and potentially secure long-term growth through this contract. Successful bids will demonstrate robust financial deliverability and the ability to contribute positively to the local community through social value initiatives.

## Notice

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is seeking Tenders for the provision of our Day Visitor Catering at Wakehurst which comprises the operation of three fixed catering outlets, namely Seeds Cafe, Stables Kitchen and Stables Pantry, together with provision of mobile catering within the grounds of Wakehurst. The contract will operate on a fully commercial concession basis wherein the appointed Caterer shall pay a percentage of sales turnover to the Client by way of a turnover-based commission supported by a fixed annual minimum guaranteed sum For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Sussex%2C:-Catering-services./235877HBC5 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/235877HBC5

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract term 7 years with potential extensions up to 3 years

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020231-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2033 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £17,000,000 |
| Lots value | £17,000,000 |
| 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 | ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS |
| Locality | SUSSEX, |
| Post town | Redhill |
| Postcode | RH17 6TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ28 West Sussex (North East) |
| Local authority | Mid Sussex |
| Electoral ward | Ardingly, Balcombe & Turners Hill |
| Westminster constituency | East Grinstead and Uckfield |
| Delivery location | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West), TLJ28 West Sussex (North East) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 6 Mar 2026 at 10:09 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020231-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020231-2026
  6th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/235877HBC5
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-Sussex%2C:-Catering-services./235877HBC5
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Sussex%2C:-Catering-services./235877HBC5
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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