---
title: "West Cliff Beach - Beach-based, food-led Leisure Club"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069f12"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-21"
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# West Cliff Beach - Beach-based, food-led Leisure Club

Buyer: BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069f12

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## Summary

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council is inviting tenders for a concessional contract to establish and operate a temporary dining venue titled "West Cliff Beach - Beach-based, food-led Leisure Club" located in Bournemouth. The contracted activity is part of the services industry, specifically within the restaurant and food-serving services category. This open competition tender seeks a concessionaire for the 2026 summer season, with the service period running from 1 July to 13 September 2026. The enquiry period ends on 28 May 2026, with final submissions to be made by 4 June 2026. Potential bidders must ensure compliance with all planning, licensing, and statutory requirements, promising to deliver a premium food-led hospitality service with an estimated turnover of £250,000, excluding VAT.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in hospitality, particularly those with experience in beach or temporary venue operations. SMEs are encouraged to apply, and proposals will be evaluated based on a 70% quality and 30% financial weighting. The contract, promising substantial exposure and revenue potential during the peak tourist season, is particularly suitable for businesses that can provide high-quality dining experiences and demonstrate effective event management, sustainability, and innovative design solutions. The procurement method adopted is open and below the threshold, providing an accessible platform for a broad range of businesses to engage and compete for this lucrative contract.

## Notice

BCP Council is seeking a concessionaire to design, install, operate and remove a high-quality temporary dining venue at West Cliff Beach, Bournemouth for the 2026 summer season. The concessionaire will deliver a premium, food-led hospitality offer in compliance with all planning, licensing and statutory requirements. The contract will operate for a ten-week period from 1 July 2026 to 13 September 2026. The estimated total turnover (gross revenue) is PS250,000 (excluding VAT).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047040-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 13 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | £250,000 |
| 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 | BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL |
| Locality | BOURNEMOUTH |
| Post town | Bournemouth |
| Postcode | BH2 6DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Local authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Electoral ward | Bournemouth Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bournemouth West |
| Delivery location | TLK24 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55300000 - Restaurant and food-serving services

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 11:44 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047040-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047040-2026
  21st May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://procontract.due-north.com/

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com
- https://procontract.due-north.comReferenceno.DN816161
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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