Scope
Reference
DN803678
Description
The Council intends to contract out the management and operation of the Artisan and Specialist Market
Total value (estimated)
- £1 excluding VAT
- £2 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 14 March 2026 to 13 March 2028
- Possible extension to 13 March 2030
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
2 x 12 months extensions available
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services
Contract locations
- UKD47 - Chorley and West Lancashire
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
4 February 2026, 12:00am
Tender submission deadline
9 February 2026, 2:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Submission via the Chest only www.the-chest.org.uk
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delivery | A priority for WLBC is to develop the vibrancy and relevance of markets to attract a new demographic of shoppers. We want to provide opportunities for new and existing businesses to develop and grow,... |
Quality | 40.00% |
| Performance | Suppliers are to explain what performance measures will be used throughout the contract duration, which should include but not be limited to: A) What performance metrics do you use to evaluate the... |
Quality | 35.00% |
| Experience | To understand supplier's previous/current experience with Artisan Markets, please provide an overview on how you have met the requirements of similar markets or projects. |
Quality | 25.00% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Special regime
Concession
Contracting authority
West Lancashire Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PGNW-2815-DRQZ
52 Derby Street
Ormskirk
L39 2DF
United Kingdom
Contact name: Catherine Kirwan
Telephone: +44 1695577177
Email: catherine.kirwan@westlancs.gov.uk
Website: http://www.westlancs.gov.uk/
Region: UKD47 - Chorley and West Lancashire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government