Appointment of an Operating Partner for a Leisure Services Contract
- Published
- 19 August 2026
- Estimated value
- £0
- Lots
- 1
- Notice number
- 078790-2026
- Reference
- ocds-h6vhtk-06e71d
- Official source
- Official source
CPV codes
- 92000000Recreational, cultural and sporting services
- 92610000Sports facilities operation services
- 98000000Other community, social and personal services
- 50000000Repair and maintenance services
Description
Ards and North Down Borough Council (the Council) is currently preparing to initiate a procurement process to appoint an Operating Partner for a Leisure Services contract. Prior to initiating the procurement, the Council is undertaking a Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) Exercise. The Council is currently preparing a scope of requirements for the appointment of an Operator to manage and operate its leisure facilities, principally the Bangor Aurora Aquatic and Leisure Complex (AULC) and Queens Leisure Complex (QLC) (excluding the community centre footprint at QLC), together with the delivery of an Active Communities Programme encompassing sport and physical activity development and community outreach. The project aims to deliver six core Strategic Objectives spanning Active and Healthy Communities, Inclusive and Accessible Leisure for All, Active Opportunities Across the Life Course, Strong and Effective Partnerships, Enhanced Customer Experience and Engagement, and Environmental Sustainability and Net Zero Contribution. Prior to initiating any procurement, the Council wishes to involve suppliers in a preliminary market engagement. Revenue The scope of the arrangement includes bu…
Official publications
- FTS · 078790-2026 · 19 August 2026
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