Buyer Name: Forestry Commission
Buyer Address: 620 Bristol Business Park, Bristol, UKK12, BS16 1EJ, United Kingdom
Contact Name: Sam Harris
Contact Email: sam.harris@forestryengland.uk
Contact Telephone: 0300 067 4000
Buyer Name: Forestry Commission
Buyer Address: 620 Bristol Business Park, Bristol, UKK12, BS16 1EJ, United Kingdom
Contact Name: Sam Harris
Contact Email: sam.harris@forestryengland.uk
Contact Telephone: 0300 067 4000
Forestry England are seeking an organisation to operate the Cafe Concession at Haldon Forest Park. Starting March 2026 the operator will be required to serve hot and cold food and beverages to members of the public visiting Haldon Forest Park. Full details of the requirements are enclosed in the tender documentation available.
No linked documents found for this notice.
External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056200-2025
Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender
Lot 1 Status: active
Lot 1 Value: GBP 5,000,000.00
Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 6,000,000.00
Lot 1 Contract Start: 2026-03-02T00:00:00Z
Lot 1 Contract End: 2033-03-01T23:59:59Z
Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Food Offer (25%)
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Service and Customer Care (20%)
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Fit-Out Design/Alterations (10%)
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Sustainability (10%)
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Partnerships/Innovation/Marketing (10%)
Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Financial Offer (25%)
Document Description: Not published
Document Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender
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