--- title: "George Hotel, Stranraer - Operator Opportunity" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000819116" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000819116" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000819116.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000819116.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL" published: "2026-07-17" --- # George Hotel, Stranraer - Operator Opportunity Buyer: DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000819116 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000819116) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000819116.json) ## Summary Dumfries and Galloway Council has initiated an open procedure to identify an operator for the revitalised George Hotel in Stranraer, aiming to establish it as a leisure, cultural, and accommodation hub. The tender is currently in the "active" phase, with submissions being accepted electronically until 31st August 2026 by 12:00 GMT. Interested parties are required to carefully consider the required criteria, which emphasise a combination of quality (70%) and price (30%). The project envisions a dynamic attraction featuring an arts centre, flexible office spaces, an indoor-outdoor climbing facility, and budget-friendly accommodation, enhancing the local tourism appeal near Stranraer's waterfront. This project represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the hospitality, leisure, arts, and tourism sectors to expand their operational portfolio. Companies experienced in managing complex, multi-faceted facilities will find this tender particularly relevant, given the diverse use of space and services planned for The George Hotel. This long-term lease, structured with potential for renewal every five years within a 20-year framework, is ideal for innovative operators seeking to leverage Stranraer's tourism potential by integrating cultural, sports, and communal living offerings. By participating in this tender, businesses have the chance to collaborate with Dumfries and Galloway Council, aligning with its strategic objectives for regional economic and cultural enhancement. ## Notice The Council is seeking an operator to operate the renovated George Hotel in Stranraer as a leisure, cultural and accommodation facility. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Council is seeking an operator(s) to operate the former George Hotel in Stranraer which is in the process of being redeveloped to create a new high profile visitor attraction that is intended to appeal to the tourism market attracted to Stranraer by the facilities at the nearby Waterfront. Uses for The George will be: - Arts centre with prime George Street frontage, over two floors including gallery events space, workshops and studios. - Second floor six flexible offices and co-working space accessed via the arts centre and for hire to the arts and cultural sector and other start-ups and small enterprises. - Two storeys, indoor to outdoor climbing and bouldering visitor attraction. - 28 beds affordable bunkhouse accommodation with shared bathroom facilities, reception and lounge shared with bouldering, laundry and bike storage facilities. - Communal kitchen for all users and visitors to the George. Additional information available in the attachments. Renewal: The opportunity is intended for a 20 year lease with break clauses at 5 year intervals, however this can be negotiated post-tender. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560452 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | 16 Feb 2026 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL | | Locality | DUMFRIES | | Post town | Dumfries and Galloway | | Postcode | DG1 2HP | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway | | Local authority | Dumfries and Galloway | | Electoral ward | Nith | | Westminster constituency | Dumfries and Galloway | | Delivery location | TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 70 - Real estate services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 70332200 - Commercial property management services - 79993000 - Building and facilities management services - 79993100 - Facilities management services - 92320000 - Arts-facility operation services - 92610000 - Sports facilities operation services - 98340000 - Accommodation and office services - 98341100 - Accommodation management services ## Release History - 17 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560452 - 19 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC546077 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC546077&idx=1 19th December 2025 - George Hotel Operator PIN - December 2025 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC546077 George Hotel, Stranraer - Operator Opportunity - The Council is seeking an operator to operate the renovated George Hotel in Stranraer as a leisure, cultural and accommodation facility. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560452 George Hotel, Stranraer - Operator Opportunity - The Council is seeking an operator to operate the renovated George Hotel in Stranraer as a leisure, cultural and accommodation facility. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.dumgal.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000819116 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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