Scope
Description
Ground lease opportunity for the construction and operation of padel courts
Total value (estimated)
- £3,000,000 excluding VAT
- £3,600,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2041
- Possible extension to 31 March 2046
- 20 years
Description of possible extension:
Estimated term of 15 + 5 years but to be discussed with prospective suppliers.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 45212210 - Single-purpose sports facilities construction work
- 92610000 - Sports facilities operation services
Contract locations
- UKD42 - Blackpool
Submission
Enquiry deadline
21 February 2026, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
28 February 2026, 11:59pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Proposals will be assessed against the following criteria:
- Quality and deliverability of the proposal
- Community and social value
- Financial and commercial offer
- Relevant experience and track record
- Sustainability and management arrangements
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Special regime
- Concession
- Light touch
Contracting authority
BLACKPOOL COUNCIL
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHHB-5249-RZVD
PO Box 11, Town Hall
Blackpool
FY1 1NB
United Kingdom
Region: UKD42 - Blackpool
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government