---
title: "Observation Wheel at Bournemouth Seafront"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d55d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-28"
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# Observation Wheel at Bournemouth Seafront

Buyer: BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d55d

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## Summary

The Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council is currently at the tender stage of a public procurement process, seeking an operator to establish a high-quality Observation Wheel at Bournemouth Seafront. This tender, titled "Observation Wheel at Bournemouth Seafront," falls under the "Fair and amusement park services" industry category. It is an open competition procurement method with a contract value estimated at £3.6 million gross. The tender period is active, with submissions due by 14:00 on 27th August 2026, and enquiries open until the end of the day on 13th August 2026. The contract, beginning on 25th January 2027 and concluding on 5th January 2030, will be based at Bournemouth Pier Approach, located in the UKK24 region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in amusement park services and attractions to expand their portfolios and establish a presence at a prominent UK tourist destination. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate, as the procurement process supports their involvement. Companies with a strong track record in operation and maintenance of similar attractions would be well-suited to compete, with bids evaluated on the criteria of quality and the income generated for the Council, weighted at 60% and 40%, respectively. By participating, businesses can not only increase revenue but also enhance their market reputation in the competitive sector of visitor attractions.

## Notice

The Council is seeking an Operator to provide a high-quality Ferris/Observation wheel for operation at Bournemouth Pier Approach. The length of the contract will be for three years, commencing on 25th January 2027 and running until 5th January 2030.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071266-2026 |
| 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 | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Jan 2027 - 5 Jan 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| Lots value | £3,000,000 |
| 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 | 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

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92331000 - Fair and amusement park services

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2026 at 13:24 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071266-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071266-2026
  28th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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