II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKF1
Main site or place of performance:
Glossop Derbyshire SK13 8AF
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Concession for the operation and management of Glossop Indoor market hall, outside market (inc. Public conveniences), internal shop unit Arcade, Town hall assembly rooms / offices and Municipal Buildings vacant office and meeting spaces.
We are looking for a dynamic partner to support the Council in its aspirational objectives and outputs for the future operating model for the Indoor / outdoor markets (inc Public Conveniences), Town hall, Arcade and Municipal Buildings business spaces.
The Council is looking to enter into a commercial partnership arrangement with an Operator with specific experience and track record in delivering refreshed traditional markets and has the commercial awareness of business space rentals, retail and hospitality. Specifically the Council wishes to achieve the following key principles for the Concession arrangement;
• To deliver a vibrant, high quality and attractive facility for residents and visitors, which provide value for money and supports tourism and business growth
• Offer something new and innovative to add diversity and choice for the consumer
• Must be consistent in its offer, quality and opening hours and a commercially viable offer
• Offer a customer experience that is of a high quality and leaves a positive impression of the area
• Promote a value for money experience for visitors, ensuring variety and affordability are at the heart of the operation.
• Identify and make 'best use' of the complex, maximising on income generation opportunities.
• Provide a high standard food service, offering fresh sustainably sourced and local produce.
• Ensure that the facilities and activities are available to ALL, emphasising on Equalities, Accessibility and initiatives to engage and support the diverse population.
• Top choice venue serving both local residents and the wider visitor economy
The Operators and lease contracts will be for an initial term of five years with a further option to extend (dependant on investment terms and performance) for an additional period of upto five years
The Council wishes to enter into dialogue as part of this procedure with prospective participants to fully explore feasible proposals that bidders present and invite proposals that are innovative, attractive and supports tourism, business growth and local engagement (residents and businesses) for Glossop Town Centre achieving the desirable outputs as detailed.
This is an exciting phase in the project of the re-development investment in the Civic buildings, which has achieved £2m contribution funding from D2N2 and the Council totalling £7.3m.
Construction works have now started to the Indoor Market and Arcade which will transform this building to a modern space complimenting its historical features and provide wider access to areas to support micro business start ups and provide suitable areas for conferencing and events.
Adjacent areas include the Municipal Buildings which is partly vacant office and meeting spaces available for business rentals and hire and Town hall which has office and Assembly room areas as part of the development opportunity.
This procedure is being managed though the Councils e-tendering portal Procontract - https://procontract.due-north.com
Project reference: DN636805
Prospective bidders may need to register if not already registered on this portal.
Bidders must ensure they read and understand the requirements as set out for tendering in the ITT documents.
Expressions of interest to participate will be managed through the project ref on the portal. The Council will be holding an open day for prospective bidders to attend site and have opportunity to discuss the requirements of this opportunity with Council representatives and associated stakeholders w/c 07/11/22 (exact date to be confirmed).
Prior to the bidders event, a virtual tour will be available on request to inform registered participants of the current ongoing internal works to the Market Hall redevelopment.
Non compliant bids will be rejected.
Applicants should note that this application is solely for the provision of the requirements outlined in the Tender specification. If there is any aspect of the specification or contract conditions with which you will not comply this must be raised, in writing, with the Procurement Unit prior to submitting your application response. It is advisable to involve your Legal representative at this stage in the process.
The Council will not be liable for any costs incurred by any respondent in the preparation and /or submission of their tender, nor for any costs which may arise from any subsequent meetings, presentations or demonstrations that respondents may be required to attend. It is the responsibility of each respondent to obtain for themselves at their own expense any additional information necessary for the preparation of their tender.
The Council reserve the right to consider alternative procurement options, suspend or call-off the process, terminate any proceedings and is not bound to accept any offer submitted
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement, dynamic purchasing system or concession
Duration in months: 60
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
The contract will include options for an extension period for up to an additional 60 months - dependable and justified against the calculation of the Operator's return on investment through the life of the contract ie subject to the provisions set out in regulations 18 (3) and 18 (4) of the concessions contract Regulations 2016.