Le offerte sono chiuse. Un'aggiudicazione o una rettifica su questo avviso: un'email quando il registro lo vede.Accedi
Fornitura, installazione e gestione di attrazioni natalizie in Albert Square a Manchester
Stazione appaltante: Manchester City Council
Paese: Regno Unito
Procedura: Procedura aperta
Aperlena: https://aperlena.com/it/t/provision-installation-and-operation-of-christmas-attractions-in-albert-square-manchester-4023a69ffd
Avviso ufficiale: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086455-2026
Aggiudicata
Pubblicata
Sintesi
Sintesi generata automaticamente
Il Manchester City Council ha aggiudicato il 2026-09-01 un contratto a Frostfall per la fornitura, l'installazione e la gestione di un'attrazione natalizia in Albert Square a Manchester, a partire dal 2027. La prestazione comprende una pista di pattinaggio con noleggio pattini e spogliatoi, un'offerta gastronomica, attrazioni festive per famiglie come un bar di ghiaccio o una ruota panoramica, e decorazioni stagionali con luci, musica e insegne. L'operatore gestisce il sito sette giorni su sette da novembre a inizio gennaio, comprese la sorveglianza, il pronto soccorso e il personale. L'importo aggiudicato, il numero delle offerte e la durata del contratto non sono indicati nell'avviso.
Descrizione
Manchester's annual festive programme is one of the most celebrated in Europe, attracting millions of visitors and creating a vibrant seasonal atmosphere across the city. As part of Manchester City Council's commitment to enhancing the city's cultural and event offering, we seek competent proposals for the delivery of Albert Square's Christmas attraction from 2027 onwards.
Historically, Manchester's Christmas activities have included the award-winning Christmas Markets, an ice rink at Cathedral Gardens, and a range of family-friendly installations. With the full reopening of Albert Square following Town Hall regeneration works, the Council aims to create a world-class festive destination that complements the existing city-wide offer and strengthens Manchester's reputation as a leading winter destination.
The requirement is for a Christmas attraction in Albert Square, operating seven days a week during the festive period (November to early January), featuring the following core elements:
An ice rink, managed and installed by the appointed operator, providing a safe and authentic skating experience for visitors. The proposal should include rink size, capacity, and associated facilities such as skate hire and changing areas.
A varied food and beverage offering, aligned with the Manchester Christmas Markets ethos, catering for diverse tastes and dietary requirements while delivering a sense of place.
Family-friendly festive attractions, which may include (but are not limited to) an ice bar, curling rink, ice sculptures, an observatory wheel, rides, funfair, or other creative installations that enhance the visitor experience and differentiate Albert Square from other UK festive destinations.
Seasonal theming and dressing, including Christmas decorations, lighting features, projections, music, and branded signage to create a cohesive and welcoming environment.
The successful operator will be responsible for full site management, including stewarding, first aid, staffing, security, emergency procedures, and compliance with all licensing and health and safety requirements. Marketing and promotion of the attraction will also form part of the operator's obligations, working in partnership with Manchester City Council to maximise visitor engagement.
It is anticipated that to deliver these elements, the winning contractor will need to source equipment and collaborate with specialist providers where necessary. All proposals should demonstrate creativity, operational competence, and a commitment to sustainability, social value, and community engagement.
Fonte ufficiale
Fonte: Find a Tender Service (UK Cabinet Office / Crown Commercial Service)
Verifica sempre i dettagli nell'avviso ufficiale.
Ultima verifica su Find a Tender Service (UK Cabinet Office / Crown Commercial Service) 1 settimana fa
Documenti su Find a Tender Service (UK Cabinet Office / Crown Commercial Service) (inglese)