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title: "RBGKEW1455 - Catering Services - Kew Gardens"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0663cd"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW"
published: "2026-03-06"
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# RBGKEW1455 - Catering Services - Kew Gardens

Buyer: ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0663cd

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## Summary

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, a central government public authority, is currently in the tender stage for its Day Visitor Catering contract, titled "RBGKEW1455 - Catering Services - Kew Gardens." This procurement involves the operation of six catering outlets within Kew Gardens located in Richmond, United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £100 million, is structured as a commercial concession where the selected caterer will share a percentage of sales with the client, supplemented by a guaranteed annual sum. The open procurement method adopts a competitive flexible procedure, with the tender period closing on 5th May 2026. The contract is expected to commence on 1st November 2026 and could potentially extend until 2036.

For businesses in the catering industry, particularly those experienced in managing large-scale hospitality services, this tender presents an expansive growth opportunity. Companies specializing in catering services will find this opportunity particularly suited to them due to the scale of operation and the structured commercial model. The procurement process is designed to identify proposals that balance quality, social value, and commercial return, providing a platform for businesses that focus on sustainability, innovative customer service models, and effective management strategies to stand out. Evaluations include stages that assess technical skills, social value contributions, and financial viability, ensuring that only capable and experienced businesses progress through to the final stages. This opportunity could be highly beneficial for firms looking to expand their portfolio and establish a presence within a prestigious institution like Kew Gardens.

## Notice

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is seeking Tenders for the provision of our Day Visitor Catering contract which comprises a single tender package for the operation of six fixed catering outlets, namely The Orangery Restaurant, The Pavilion Bar & Grill, Family Kitchen & Shop, Botanical Brasserie, Victoria Plaza Cafe, Brentford Gate Kiosk and mobile catering within Kew Gardens. The contract will operate on a fully commercial concession basis wherein the appointed Caterer, under a contract for the relevant areas, 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-Richmond:-Catering-services./PZ4AN2GE4F To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/PZ4AN2GE4F

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract term 7 years with potential extensions upto 3 years

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020242-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| 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 | £100,000,000 |
| Lots value | £100,000,000 |
| 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, KEW |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 3AQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 6 Mar 2026 at 10:22 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020242-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020242-2026
  6th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/PZ4AN2GE4F
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-Richmond:-Catering-services./PZ4AN2GE4F
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Richmond:-Catering-services./PZ4AN2GE4F
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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