--- title: "Worthing Allotment Management" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068f8f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-068f8f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068f8f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068f8f.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "WORTHING BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2026-04-30" --- # Worthing Allotment Management Buyer: WORTHING BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068f8f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-068f8f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068f8f.json) ## Summary The procurement process, led by Worthing Borough Council, involves establishing a concession agreement for site management across several allotment sites in Worthing, United Kingdom. This procurement is at the planning stage, with prospective service providers required to express interest by 15th May 2026. Worthing Borough Council, a sub-central government authority, will retain ownership of the sites while the selected provider will manage daily operations, including rent collection, maintenance, and administrative tasks. The contract is planned to start on 1st June 2026 and will span a 10-year period until June 2036, focusing on land management services. The procurement category is services, and it includes responsibilities like maintaining site facilities and handling tenant management tasks. This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in land and property management, particularly those experienced in managing community spaces or allotments. Companies adept in administrative management, property maintenance, or those providing comprehensive estate management services would stand to benefit significantly. The long-term nature of the concession agreement provides stability, allowing service providers to embed themselves within the community and potentially expand their local influence. Furthermore, the revenue-sharing model proposed offers potential financial growth opportunities for innovative businesses that can enhance site management efficiency and tenant satisfaction. Expressing interest involves submitting company details and credentials to Worthing Borough Council's Procurement Team, providing an opportunity to establish meaningful collaboration within the local government infrastructure. ## Notice Worthing Borough Council (WBC) is looking to form a concession agreement for the provision of site management for our Worthing allotment sites. Site management will be required across multiple allotment sites in the Worthing Borough area, including but not limited to: Chesswood Farm Allotments Dominion Road Allotments George V Allotments Haynes Road Allotments Hillbarn Lane Allotments St Andrew's Road Allotments West Tarring Allotments The successful service provider will be expected to collect all rents and manage day-to-day operations utilising funds from the rent account, when required. WBC will retain ownership and ultimate responsibility of the land, receiving an agreed percentage of the rents annually. Below is an overview of the responsibilities: To collect all rent and fees on behalf of the Worthing Borough Council (WBC) Maintain the site to reasonable standard specifically: Fences and gates are functional and in a good state of repair Foliage does not infringe neighbouring property Rubbish/Fly Tipping is cleared Communal areas/Parking areas are safe and accessible Complete administrative tasks related to the management of the allotments, specifically: Managing the Waiting List fairly Accompanying potential tenants when viewing plots Issuing and filing Tenancy Agreements Managing a fair Non Cultivation and Inspection procedure Issuing Notice to Quit letters or administering Relinquishments Bookkeeping and accounting Provide a clear process for Complaints Inform council Arboriculturalist and/or the Planning Team on any matters relating to the pruning, removal or damage to trees (with or without TPO's) that are on the communal areas of the land Ensure and evidence on request, compliance with WBC governance procedures, code of conduct and policies Keep rent rates and rent increases aligned with other Adur & Worthing Council's allotment sites Pay an annual percentage of the rent income to WBC In order to be considered for this opportunity please express your interest by email to procurement@adur-worthing.gov.uk, your expression of interest should include the details of your business, your organisation type (including any official registrations such as charity/company), and key contact information. ### Planning Information Worthing Borough Council (WBC) is looking to form a concession agreement for the provision of site management for our Worthing allotment sites. Site management will be required across multiple allotment sites in the Worthing Borough area, including but not limited to: Chesswood Farm Allotments Dominion Road Allotments George V Allotments Haynes Road Allotments Hillbarn Lane Allotments St Andrew's Road Allotments West Tarring Allotments The successful service provider will be expected to collect all rents and manage day-to-day operations utilising funds from the rent account, when required. WBC will retain ownership and ultimate responsibility of the land, receiving an agreed percentage of the rents annually. Below is an overview of the responsibilities: To collect all rent and fees on behalf of the Worthing Borough Council (WBC) Maintain the site to reasonable standard specifically: Fences and gates are functional and in a good state of repair Foliage does not infringe neighbouring property Rubbish/Fly Tipping is cleared Communal areas/Parking areas are safe and accessible Complete administrative tasks related to the management of the allotments, specifically: Managing the Waiting List fairly Accompanying potential tenants when viewing plots Issuing and filing Tenancy Agreements Managing a fair Non Cultivation and Inspection procedure Issuing Notice to Quit letters or administering Relinquishments Bookkeeping and accounting Provide a clear process for Complaints Inform council Arboriculturalist and/or the Planning Team on any matters relating to the pruning, removal or damage to trees (with or without TPO's) that are on the communal areas of the land Ensure and evidence on request, compliance with WBC governance procedures, code of conduct and policies Keep rent rates and rent increases aligned with other Adur & Worthing Council's allotment sites Pay an annual percentage of the rent income to WBC In order to be considered for this opportunity please express your interest by email to procurement@adur-worthing.gov.uk, your expression of interest should include the details of your business, your organisation type (including any official registrations such as charity/company), and key contact information. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040064-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 15 May 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 1 Jun 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 | WORTHING BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WORTHING | | Post town | Brighton | | Postcode | BN11 1HA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex | | ITL 3 | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) | | Local authority | Worthing | | Electoral ward | Central | | Westminster constituency | Worthing West | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 70 - Real estate services ### Codes - 70332100 - Land management services ## Release History - 30 Apr 2026 at 14:44 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040064-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040064-2026 30th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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