Awarded without open competition
Awarded without open competition. The buyer went directly to one or a few suppliers instead of advertising the contract. Procurement rules allow this only in specific cases, such as extreme urgency, when only one supplier can do the work, or for call-offs from an existing framework.
Key facts
- Supplier
- Bar Hire Company SME
- Value
- £450,000
- Procedure
- Single tender action (below threshold)
- Sector
- Food & drink · Food, beverages, tobacco and related products (CPV 15000000)
- Region
- Yorkshire and the Humber
- Official notice
- View on Contracts Finder
- Timeline
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- Contract date8 May 2026
- Published23 Apr 2026Published 15 days before the contract date
Description
Thorne-Moorends Town Council invites suitably experienced operators to tender for the licence/lease to operate the bar facilities at Moorends Pavilion. The Pavilion serves local sports teams, community groups, and private events. The bar is a key facility within the venue and must be operated professionally, responsibly, and in a manner that supports the wider community. The pavilion is a new state-of-the-art facility currently in construction, designed to serve sports teams, community groups, and private events. The venue will feature an events space, modern kitchen, bar, and sports facilities, providing an excellent opportunity for a professional operator to manage a high-quality bar service at the heart of the community. The Pavilion is located at Moorends Recreational Ground, home to local sports teams. The site also features a large outdoor playpark, extensive green space, and hosts the annual Moorends Gala and Fireworks events. The area included in the licence a bar measuring ap…
About the supplier
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