Prior information notice
This notice is for prior information only
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
Warrington Borough Council
East Annexe, Town Hall, Sankey Street
Warrington
WA1 1UH
UK
Contact person: Mrs Vicky Roe
E-mail: cateringenquiries@warrington.gov.uk
NUTS: UKD61
Internet address(es)
Main address: http://www.warrington.gov.uk/
Address of the buyer profile: http://www.warrington.gov.uk/
I.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Regional or local authority
I.5) Main activity
General public services
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
Indoor and Outdoor Catering and Bar Provision within Walton Hall and Gardens
Reference number: DN700823
II.1.2) Main CPV code
55000000
II.1.3) Type of contract
Services
II.1.4) Short description
The council will shortly be seeking to explore alternatives and establish a long-term resolution regarding the catering services offered at our Walton Hall Estate. This will involve three separate procurement lots, each catering to different aspects of the estate:
1. Indoor catering provision within Walton Hall for various events such as weddings, civil ceremonies, christenings, funeral after services, and conferences. Currently, Walton Hall offers a diverse menu selection and has successfully hosted over 200 events in the 21/22 period.
2. Outdoor catering provision across the estate for events like outdoor cinemas, theatre events, and corporate gatherings.
3. The bar facility within Walton Hall, which will cater to events requiring bar services. The current bar licence allows operation from 11am until midnight, with the possibility of extending the licence.
The council aims to find the most cost-effective solution and is open to flexibility in terms of commercial and service approaches. Contracts may be awarded to multiple bidders to provide a diverse range of choices. We are eager to hear potential bidders' proposals for all sites, as well as their ideas for investment and development opportunities within the estate
The Council will be holding an event for interested parties on Thursday 11 January 2024 at 1pm There will be opportunity following an initial presentation for attendees to book 1:1 appointments with Council Officers to discuss our requirements in more detail and also arrange further site visits.
The event will be held at Walton Hall and Gardens, Walton Lea Road, Higher Walton, Warrington, WA4 6SN. To register your interest in the event and to receive an information pack please email cateringenquiries@warrington.gov.uk
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
No
II.2) Description
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKD61
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
The council will shortly be seeking to explore alternatives and establish a long-term resolution regarding the catering services offered at our Walton Hall Estate. This will involve three separate procurement lots, each catering to different aspects of the estate:
1. Indoor catering provision within Walton Hall for various events such as weddings, civil ceremonies, christenings, funeral after services, and conferences. Currently, Walton Hall offers a diverse menu selection and has successfully hosted over 200 events in the 21/22 period.
2. Outdoor catering provision across the estate for events like outdoor cinemas, theatre events, and corporate gatherings.
3. The bar facility within Walton Hall, which will cater to events requiring bar services. The current bar licence allows operation from 11am until midnight, with the possibility of extending the licence.
The council aims to find the most cost-effective solution and is open to flexibility in terms of commercial and service approaches. Contracts may be awarded to multiple bidders to provide a diverse range of choices. We are eager to hear potential bidders' proposals for all sites, as well as their ideas for investment and development opportunities within the estate
The Council will be holding an event for interested parties on Thursday 11 January 2024 at 1pm There will be opportunity following an initial presentation for attendees to book 1:1 appointments with Council Officers to discuss our requirements in more detail and also arrange further site visits.
The event will be held at Walton Hall and Gardens, Walton Lea Road, Higher Walton, Warrington, WA4 6SN. To register your interest in the event and to receive an information pack please email cateringenquiries@warrington.gov.uk
II.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice:
15/01/2024
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
Yes
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.3) Additional information
The Council will be holding an event for interested parties on Thursday 11 January 2024 at 1pm. There will be opportunity following an initial presentation for attendees to book 1:1 appointments with Council Officers to discuss our requirements in more detail and also arrange further site visits.
The event will be held at Walton Hall and Gardens, Walton Lea Road, Higher Walton, Warrington, WA4 6SN. To register your interest in the event and to receive an information pack please email cateringenquiries@warrington.gov.uk
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
01/12/2023