Scope
Reference
RQ/122
Description
Teignbridge District Council (TDC) invites proposals from suitably qualified and experienced operators to manage the newly redeveloped Newton Abbot Market Hall. This procurement seeks to appoint an operator on a 10-year, Internal Repairing and Insuring (IRI) lease, supplemented by a Management Agreement, to deliver on a defined suite of social, economic, and community Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
This opportunity forms part of TDC's broader commitment to revitalise Newton Abbot town centre, positioning the market as a key anchor for footfall, enterprise, and cultural engagement. The market will blend traditional trading with modern food and beverage offers, community-focused events, and flexible trading spaces to create a vibrant, inclusive environment that supports local economic growth and community wellbeing.
The successful operator will play a pivotal role in shaping Newton Abbot Market as a flagship destination within the town centre - a vibrant, dynamic space that drives economic growth, community pride, and cultural life. This is a unique opportunity to partner with the Council in realising an ambitious vision for a market that stands as a beacon of quality, creativity, and local distinctiveness.
Excellence in asset management will be essential, ensuring the market is safe, clean, and accessible to all. Alongside this, the operator will be required to deliver high standards of marketing and promotion, raising the profile of Newton Abbot Market locally and beyond, driving footfall and re-establishing the market as a key anchor for the town. Regular and transparent reporting on agreed KPIs, including social and economic impacts, will underpin a partnership approach between the Council and operator, ensuring that together we deliver lasting value for the town and its communities.
This procurement process outlines the requirements, selection criteria, and contractual expectations for prospective operators. TDC is committed to securing an operating partner who shares its vision for a modern, inclusive, and economically resilient market that contributes to the long-term prosperity of Newton Abbot.
Total value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 November 2025 to 31 October 2035
- 10 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 70332000 - Non-residential property services
- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services
- 79421000 - Project-management services other than for construction work
- 79900000 - Miscellaneous business and business-related services
Contract locations
- UKK4 - Devon
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
22 September 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
6 October 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
27 October 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 70% |
| Price | Price | 30% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Concession
Contracting authority
Teignbridge District Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXLD-8899-CQGT
Forde House, Brunel Road
Newton Abbot
TQ12 4XX
United Kingdom
Region: UKK43 - Devon CC
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government