--- title: "Request for Information for Provision of Visitor and Events Catering Services at Macduff Marine Aquarium" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000799392" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000799392" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000799392.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000799392.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2025-05-21" --- # Request for Information for Provision of Visitor and Events Catering Services at Macduff Marine Aquarium Buyer: ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000799392 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000799392) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000799392.json) ## Summary Aberdeenshire Council is in the planning stage for a public procurement process seeking information from potential suppliers for a cafe and restaurant catering concession at Macduff Marine Aquarium, located in the UKM50 region. This initiative is under the industry category of General Public Services and falls within the services procurement category, with an estimated value of £1,750,000. Suppliers are invited to submit their responses to an attached questionnaire by 5pm on Wednesday 4th June 2025. This process is part of a broader project funded externally to enhance the aquarium facilities scheduled to commence operation around March 2027. The procurement will follow the guidelines set by the Procurement Directives under the legal basis of CELEX 32014L0024 and will be governed by GPA standards. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the catering and hospitality industry to establish a thriving presence at a popular regional attraction. With the planned expansion of the Macduff Marine Aquarium, businesses that offer innovative dining solutions and efficient catering services could greatly benefit. Ideal candidates for this opportunity are businesses adept at managing public catering facilities, offering unique and appealing culinary experiences, and capable of adapting to a growing visitor base. Participation in this tender could lead to an expanded portfolio and increased visibility within Aberdeenshire and beyond, fostering substantial business growth. ## Notice Aberdeenshire Council are looking for information on the proposed addition of a cafe/restaurant catering concession at Macduff Marine Aquarium. Aberdeenshire Council has secured external funding to extend the aquarium, add in new interpretation, a new retail offer, and a new first floor cafe / restaurant. It is intended to begin operation around March 2027. Further information is included in the attached questionnaire. Aberdeenshire Council welcomes suggestions, proposals, and innovations from suppliers, by completing the attached questionnaire and returning it to patricia.weeks@aberdeenshire.gov.uk by 5pm on Wednesday 4th June 2025. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Aberdeenshire Council are looking for information on the proposed addition of a cafe/restaurant catering concession at Macduff Marine Aquarium. Aberdeenshire Council has secured external funding to extend the aquarium, add in new interpretation, a new retail offer, and a new first floor cafe / restaurant. It is intended to begin operation around March 2027. Further information is included in the attached questionnaire. Aberdeenshire Council welcomes suggestions, proposals, and innovations from suppliers, by completing the attached questionnaire and returning it to patricia.weeks@aberdeenshire.gov.uk by 5pm on Wednesday 4th June 2025. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530758 | | Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information 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 | 21 May 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Jul 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,750,000 | | 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 | ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | ABERDEEN | | Post town | Aberdeen | | Postcode | AB16 5GB | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | | Local authority | Aberdeen City | | Electoral ward | Midstocket/Rosemount | | Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North | | Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55500000 - Canteen and catering services - 55520000 - Catering services - 55523000 - Catering services for other enterprises or other institutions ## Release History - 21 May 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530758 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY530758&idx=1 21st May 2025 - Request for Information MMA Catering Questionnaire - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530758 Request for Information for Provision of Visitor and Events Catering Services at Macduff Marine Aquarium - Aberdeenshire Council are looking for information on the proposed addition of a cafe/restaurant catering concession at Macduff Marine Aquarium. Aberdeenshire Council has secured external funding to extend the aquarium, add in new interpretation, a new retail offer, and a new first floor cafe / restaurant. It is intended to begin operation around March 2027. Further information is included in the attached questionnaire. Aberdeenshire Council welcomes suggestions, proposals, and innovations from suppliers, by completing the attached questionnaire and returning it to patricia.weeks@aberdeenshire.gov.uk by 5pm on Wednesday 4th June 2025. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=799392 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000799392 ## 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-r6ebe6-0000799392. 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