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title: "Catering Outlets in Glasgow Parks"
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buyer: "GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL"
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# Catering Outlets in Glasgow Parks

Buyer: GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000497124

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## Summary

The Glasgow City Council is conducting a public procurement process for catering services across multiple parks in Glasgow, titled "Catering Outlets in Glasgow Parks." This open tender aims to enhance visitor experience by increasing footfall and providing catering services within Victoria Park, Kelvingrove Park, Maryhill Park, Bellahouston Park, and Alexandra Park, among others. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender submission deadline set for June 16, 2017, at 12:00 GMT. Interested parties should ensure they are qualified and meet the relevant criteria, as applicants with existing debts to the Council will be disqualified.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the catering industry, particularly those specialising in hot and cold food services. Businesses that can meet the stringent requirements regarding financial viability, insurance, and technical capability would be well-positioned to compete. The successful bidders will not only gain a contract but also an excellent platform to establish and grow their brand within prominent public spaces, potentially leading to further contracts and partnerships with local authorities.

## Notice

Council is inviting suitable qualified and experienced applicants to submit bids for the Catering Outlets in Glasgow Parks in order to increase the footfall and provide this service within Parks. In relation to this contract notice, applicants will be required to submit imperative certifications and documentations as stated in ITT within the timescales stated at the request for documentation stage. Caterers who have any current debt with Glasgow City Council shall not be considered.

### Lot Information

Victoria Park - Hot and Cold outlet (No Frozen food)

Victoria Park - Hot and Cold outlet (No Frozen food) Victoria Park is 20 hectares/50 acres and was originally acquired by the Burgh of Patrick. The park was named for Queen Victoria's golden jubilee in 1887 and is considered to be Glasgow's prettiest park. The park boasts an extensive range of formal floral displays, carpet bedding and hollies. The outlet shall be located within the Park East of the Toilet block facing the pond of which the exact site plan is available within the attachment area of the portal. 7 days a week. Opening times between 9am and 9pm throughout the summer months (April - September) with reduced times (10am - 4pm) through the winter months (October - March) Victoria Park is open at all times. However specific facilities may be subject to opening times (i.e. Fossil Grove)

Renewal: Further 12 months extension dependant on performance and at the sole discretion of the council.

Kelvingrove Park @ Museum -Hot and Cold outlet (No Frozen food)

Kelvingrove Park @ Museum -Hot and Cold outlet (No Frozen food) Kelvingrove Park is a 34 hectares/85 acres site and a classic example of a Victorian park. Its design and setting on the banks of the River Kelvin enhance and complement the many magnificent buildings which surround the world renowned Art Gallery and Museum prominently featured within it The outlet shall be located at the Kelvingrove Museum and Art Galleries car park, adjacent to the entrance to the rear of the building. The site plan is available within the attachment area of the portal. Opening times 7 days a week October to March - 10am - 4pm April to September - 10am - 8pm (hours may be extended for special events to be advised as and when required by the Land and Environmental Services Area Manager).

Renewal: Further 12 months extension dependant on performance and at the sole discretion of the council.

Maryhill Park,Ruchill Park & Springburn Park

Maryhill Park is an extremely popular local park with residents and the wider community. Improvements to the park have added a wetland area, orchard, and signage and upgraded play facility. The highest point of the park bestows fine panoramic views across open countryside to Campsie and Kilpatrick hills. The park is located in the Maryhill area of Glasgow about 4 miles North West of the City Centre. Ruchill Park (approximately 53 Acres) provides a recreational space for local students who reside at the local halls of residence, dog walkers, joggers, orienteering enthusiasts as well as people who just like to visit and take in the stunning views that can be had from the park's many vantage points. It is located at 221 Firhill Rd, Glasgow G20 7SQ. The park is open at all times. Springburn Park (31 hectares/77 acres) has one of the most beautiful rockeries in Scotland, a garden of peace and three wildlife ponds. Extensive spring and summer bedding, a formidable collection of bulbs, wallflowers and polyanthus are planted throughout the park. It is located at Broomfield Rd, Glasgow G21 3UQ. The park is open at all times however the specific facilities within the park are subject to opening times. Council recognise that these outlets shall attract lower volume of visitors and has therefore consolidated Parks within the same geographical area together of which the caterer will be required to provide a service to all the Parks listed within the lot. The Caterer must service all the Parks listed within the lot with one outlet of which only one Street Traders License will be required. The caterer can offer any type of hot, cold or frozen food, confectionery and non-alcoholic beverage. The caterer will be required to submit ONE Offer for all of the parks listed within this lot

Renewal: Further 12 months extension dependant on performance and at the sole discretion of the council.

Bellahouston Park and Elder Park

Bellahouston Park at Mosspark Boulevard This extensive park (68.4 Hectares/ 169 Acres) has many features and facilities. It boasts formal gardens and open parkland in which to relax and take in views over the city. Quiet contemplation can also be had at the House for an Art Lover and for the more active and adventurous there are extensive sports facilities. The park was awarded a Green Flag in 2011. The Green Flag Award is the benchmark national standard for quality parks and green spaces. The Parks is located at Paisley Road West, Glasgow GB41. The park is open at all times however there are specific facilities (e.g. toilets) within the park that are subject to opening times. Elder Park has an area of 37 acres and was laid out by John Honeyman, of architectural practice Honeyman & Keppie. The Park is located within the historic Burgh of Govan and was presented to the Burgh by Mrs Isabella Elder. The park main features include the Elder Park Library, large boating pond, historic building, and modern play facility and various listed monuments, statues and memorials. The park is located at Langlands Road, Glasgow G51 3T.The outlet shall be located within the Park adjacent to the Play Park @Paisley Rd West / Bellahouston Drive and site plan is available within the attachment area of the portal. Council recognise that these outlets shall attract lower volume of visitors and has therefore consolidated Parks within the same geographical area together of which the caterer will be required to provide a service to all the Parks listed within the lot. The Caterer must service all the Parks listed within the lot with one outlet of which only one Street Traders License will be required. The caterer can offer any type of hot, cold or frozen food, confectionery and non-alcoholic beverage. The caterer will be required to submit ONE Offer for all of the parks listed

Renewal: Further 12 months extension dependant on performance and at the sole discretion of the council.

Alexandra Park & Mount Vernon Park

Alexandra Park has 42 hectare (102 acres) East End Public Park is extremely popular with local residents and the wider community. Park users have always found Alexandra Park pleasant and well laid out and the highest point of the park gives views North to Ben Lomond and South to the Tinto Hills. Mount Vernon Park pleasantly situated in a residential area, this park provides recreation and relaxation for the local population. The park includes a community centre, modern children's play facility, playing fields and multi-purpose games court. The Park is located at Mount Vernon Avenue, Glasgow G32 9DS. The outlet shall be located within the Car Park at the end of Kenmuir Avenue adjacent to the Play Park Council recognise that these outlets shall attract lower volume of visitors and has therefore consolidated Parks within the same geographical area together of which the caterer will be required to provide a service to all the Parks listed within the lot. The Caterer must service all the Parks listed within the lot with one outlet of which only one Street Traders License will be required. The caterer can offer any type of hot, cold or frozen food, confectionery and non-alcoholic beverage. The caterer will be required to submit ONE Offer for all of the parks listed.

Renewal: Further 12 months extension dependant on performance and at the sole discretion of the council

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN305541 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jun 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Dec 2017 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 1DU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East |
| Delivery location | TLM34 North Lanarkshire, TLM82 Glasgow City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | GREEN MAN CATERING LTD TRADING AS SCOTTS IN THE PARK; LET'S EAT @ QF |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55500000 - Canteen and catering services

## Release History

- 4 Jan 2018 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN305541
- 1 Jun 2017 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN284664

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN284664
  Catering Outlets in Glasgow Parks - Council is inviting suitable qualified and experienced applicants to submit bids for the Catering Outlets in Glasgow Parks in order to increase the footfall and provide this service within Parks. In relation to this contract notice, applicants will be required to submit imperative certifications and documentations as stated in ITT within the timescales stated at the request for documentation stage. Caterers who have any current debt with Glasgow City Council shall not be considered.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN305541
  Catering Outlets in Glasgow Parks - Council is inviting suitable qualified and experienced applicants to submit bids for the Catering Outlets in Glasgow Parks in order to increase the footfall and provide this service within Parks. In relation to this contract notice, applicants will be required to submit imperative certifications and documentations as stated in ITT within the timescales stated at the request for documentation stage. Caterers who have any current debt with Glasgow City Council shall not be considered.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.glasgow.gov.uk
- http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov
- http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000497124

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