--- title: "Visitor and Functions Catering 2020" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000564871" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000564871" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000564871.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000564871.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND/HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND ENTERPRISES LIMITED" published: "2018-12-20" --- # Visitor and Functions Catering 2020 Buyer: HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND/HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND ENTERPRISES LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000564871 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000564871) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000564871.json) ## Summary The public procurement process titled "Visitor and Functions Catering 2020" is being conducted by Historic Environment Scotland and its subsidiary, Historic Environment Scotland Enterprises Limited. This tender is classified under the services industry, specifically within the tourism and built environment sectors, and covers various sites across Scotland, including prestigious locations such as Edinburgh Castle and Stirling Castle. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a contract notice anticipated to be published in spring 2019. Key dates to note include the submission deadline set for 5 April 2019. Interested parties will be required to submit pre-qualification documentation through the Public Contracts Scotland portal. This tender presents significant opportunities for catering businesses looking to expand their footprint in the heritage and tourism sectors. Companies that specialise in high-quality catering services, particularly those experienced in delivering exceptional customer service within public venues, would be well-suited to compete. The selected Caterer will not only provide catering services but will also be expected to invest in improving facilities, making this an attractive proposition for businesses eager to partner with Historic Environment Scotland and contribute to enhancing visitor experiences. ## Notice Historic Environment Scotland(HES)/Historic Environment Scotland Enterprises Ltd(HESE) is seeking a competent Caterer to operate the visitor & functions catering service at a number of sites in Scotland. HES/HESE wish to develop a partnership with the Caterer to deliver its catering strategy, the aims of which are to: Provide a world class catering experience to enhance the overall visit: Increase sales per visitor by delivering great service: To achieve joint financial success with partners committed to quality & service standards. The contract will operate on a concession basis, with the Caterer paying HES/HESE a percentage of the gross receipts, excluding VAT, from all business transacted within the premises, including all food and drink and any other associated services. HES/HESE is also seeking capital investment from the successful Caterer, with the aim of improving the catering facilities for visitors and external clients, developing further sales opportunities for both parties. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Historic Environment Scotland(HES)/Historic Environment Scotland Enterprises Ltd(HESE) is seeking a competent Caterer to operate the visitor & functions catering service at a number of sites in Scotland. HES/HESE wish to develop a partnership with the Caterer to deliver its catering strategy, the aims of which are to: Provide a world class catering experience to enhance the overall visit: Increase sales per visitor by delivering great service: To achieve joint financial success with partners committed to quality & service standards. The contract will operate on a concession basis, with the Caterer paying HES/HESE a percentage of the gross receipts, excluding VAT, from all business transacted within the premises, including all food and drink and any other associated services. HES/HESE is also seeking capital investment from the successful Caterer, with the aim of improving the catering facilities for visitors and external clients, developing further sales opportunities for both parties.. The sites to be covered are: Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle, Urquhart Castle, Aberdour Castle, Caerlaverock Castle, Duff House, Fort George, Skara Brae, Longmore House, The Engine Shed. Options will be included for amendment to the above and to add in any site across the HES estate. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC340719 | | Notice type | OJEU - F23 - Social and other specific services (Concessions) | | 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 | 20 Dec 2018 | | Submission deadline | 5 Apr 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | 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 | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND/HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND ENTERPRISES LIMITED | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH9 1SH | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh | | Local authority | City of Edinburgh | | Electoral ward | Southside/Newington | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55520000 - Catering services ## Release History - 20 Dec 2018 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F23 - Social and other specific services (Concessions) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC340719 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC340719 Visitor and Functions Catering 2020 - Historic Environment Scotland(HES)/Historic Environment Scotland Enterprises Ltd(HESE) is seeking a competent Caterer to operate the visitor & functions catering service at a number of sites in Scotland. HES/HESE wish to develop a partnership with the Caterer to deliver its catering strategy, the aims of which are to: Provide a world class catering experience to enhance the overall visit: Increase sales per visitor by delivering great service: To achieve joint financial success with partners committed to quality & service standards. The contract will operate on a concession basis, with the Caterer paying HES/HESE a percentage of the gross receipts, excluding VAT, from all business transacted within the premises, including all food and drink and any other associated services. HES/HESE is also seeking capital investment from the successful Caterer, with the aim of improving the catering facilities for visitors and external clients, developing further sales opportunities for both parties. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://historicenvironment.scot - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000564871 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000564871. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000564871.json.