Pavilion Bar Operation Tender

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Published March 12th, 2026

Detected March 12th, 2026

Summary

Thorne-Moorends Town Council has published a tender for the operation of bar facilities at the new Moorends Pavilion. The contract is valued between £3,000 and £6,000 and the closing date for applications is 10 April 2026.

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What changed

Thorne-Moorends Town Council is seeking experienced operators to tender for the licence/lease to operate the bar facilities at the new Moorends Pavilion. The contract is a service contract with an estimated value between £3,000 and £6,000. The tender is a single tender action below the relevant threshold, meaning it is a direct contract with a single supplier without competition.

Interested parties must submit their applications by 12pm on 10 April 2026. The contract is expected to start on 1 August 2026 and end on 1 August 2029. The bar is a key facility within the new state-of-the-art pavilion, which will serve local sports teams, community groups, and private events. The licensee will be responsible for insuring their own stock and equipment.

What to do next

Review tender documents for Moorends Pavilion bar operation.
Submit application by the closing date of 10 April 2026.
Contact clerk@thorne-moorends.gov.uk for application process details.

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Published date: 12 March 2026

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Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract.

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Contract summary

Industry

Food, beverages, tobacco and related products - 15000000

Location of contract

dn8 4na

Value of contract

£3,000 to £6,000

Procurement reference

Tender opportunity

Published date

12 March 2026

Closing date

10 April 2026

Closing time

12pm

Contract start date

1 August 2026

Contract end date

1 August 2029

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Single tender action (below threshold)

What is a single tender action (below threshold)? A direct contract with a single supplier, without competition.

This procedure can be used for procurements below the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

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 approx. 7mx2m and cellar room approx. 5.4mx2.8m situated within the large community & events space. Additionally, use of an office for administrative purposes is available. The bar will come fitted with shutters to ensure security and safe operation. The pavilion contains large hall, kitchen, toilets, changing rooms for sports and a smaller events space/meeting room. The hiring of the hall and other facilities for private events will remain under the control of the Council. The bar licensee would be expected to operate the bar for any events where alcohol service is required. The building is fully secured with CCTV and an alarm system, providing a safe environment for staff, visitors and stock, however the licensee would be responsible for insuring their own stock and equipment.
If you are interested in running the cafe with effect from 2025, please request details of the application process and form from Sam Goodfellow, Town Clerk at email: clerk@thorne-moorends.gov.uk address: Assembly Rooms, Fieldside, Thorne, Doncaster DN8 4AE, telephone: (01405) 818015.
Proposed Contract Commencement: TBC
Tender Return Date: by 12pm, 10th April 2026