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OpenStage · planning

Forestry England

Tangham Campsite Concession

HospitalityCPV 55200000
Value£4.0m
Deadline
Published29 Mar 2024
RegionNationwide
Who to contact
arran.price@forestryengland.uk
+44 03000674000

The procurement contact named on the official notice.

Contract value in context
£4.0mtotal contract value
median £606k
this tender£0£7.6m

This is a large award for Hospitality & Catering — above three-quarters of comparable contracts. Based on 3,335 valued Hospitality & Catering tenders in our corpus.

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The brief

Discover an extraordinary opportunity to operate a long lease at Tangham Campsite, nestled in the picturesque Rendlesham Forest in partnership with the Forestry England Camping Brand. located in the middle of the Suffolk Coast & Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). •120 Pitches: With a generous capacity of 120 pitches, Tangham Campsite offers ample space to welcome outdoor enthusiasts seeking the perfect escape into nature. •Electric Hook-ups: Over 90 pitches are equipped with electric hook-ups, ensuring the comfort and convenience that modern campers expect during their stay. •Facilities Enhancement: Unlock the potential of Tangham Campsite by transforming its facilities into a haven of modern comfort.

This is your chance to revitalize the site, including upgrading existing toilet and shower blocks, as well as a dedicated laundry block, catering to the discerning needs of campers and glampers. •On-site Manager's House: Enjoy the added benefit of a 3-bedroom site manager's house, providing a comfortable living arrangement for those overseeing the operations and creating a welcoming environment. •Shop & Office: Tangham Campsite boasts a dedicated shop and office space, enabling you to provide essential camping supplies and excellent customer service to enhance the overall guest experience We are seeking experienced operators who possess a passion for the outdoors and a drive to bring fresh, innovative glamping and camping proposals to Tangham Campsite.

Showcase your expertise in upgrading facilities and create a remarkable destination that sets new industry standards.

If you're ready to embark on an exciting venture in the heart of Rendlesham Forest, join forces with Forestry England Camping at Tangham Campsite.

Unleash your vision and make this enchanting destination a hub for exceptional outdoor adventures.

With a current annual visitor count of 120,000 at the Rendlesham Forest Centre, the potential for growth is immense.

Commercial modelling indicates that over the course of 12 years, we can expect an estimated 350,000 to 370,000 visitors to the area.

This projection is fuelled by various factors, including population growth, housing developments, investments made at the Forest Centre, regional tourism, established populations within a 120-minute drive, and industry growth.

Notably, there is a substantial market within proximity to Tangham Campsite.

Within a 60-minute drive, you have access to 1.5 million people, comprising 353,000 households and a population of 836,000.

Additionally, this area attracts a significant number of tourism visitors, including overnight tourists, with a total estimated count of 703,333.

When expanding the radius to 120 minutes, the market potential increases dramatically.

Key requirements

What the supplier must deliver

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Shop & Office: Tangham Campsite boasts

Shop & Office: Tangham Campsite boasts a dedicated shop and office space, enabling you to provide essential camping supplies and excellent customer service to enhance the overall guest experience.

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OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-044ea9
Stage
planning · Planning
Source
Find a Tender
Buyer ref
010471-2024
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