Scope
Reference
DN804041
Description
Liverpool City Council (LCC) is seeking to elevate its city‑wide Christmas offer, strengthening Liverpool's position as one of the UK's leading festive destinations.
Two landmark locations form the cornerstone of this ambition:
• Pier Head - An internationally recognised waterfront space
• St George's Plateau - An iconic and cultural focal point at a key city gateway
LCC is now exploring opportunities to appoint a single operator for each site, or one experienced operator capable of managing both sites collectively, to deliver high‑quality, destination‑enhancing, festive activation.
The Council's aim is to create welcoming, distinctive and memorable festive experiences that attract visitors, support the local economy, and reinforce Liverpool's status as a top Christmas destination.
Total value (estimated)
- £5,000,000 excluding VAT
- £6,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2029
- Possible extension to 30 April 2032
- 6 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 55000000 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services
Contract locations
- UKD72 - Liverpool
Engagement
Engagement deadline
5 February 2026
Engagement process description
There will be an engagement event being held on the 9th February 2026 from 12 noon to 1.30pm
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
23 February 2026
Procedure
Special regime
Concession
Contracting authority
Liverpool City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PRVY-7813-WLPG
Cunard Building
Liverpool
L3 1DS
United Kingdom
Email: commercialprocurement@liverpool.gov.uk
Website: https://liverpool.gov.uk
Region: UKD72 - Liverpool
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government