Catering Service at Paisley Museum Re-Imagined

Location

Paisley Museum

Description

Paisley Museum will reopen in late 2026 following a period of refurbishment. The reimagined spaces will bring a world class visitor attraction and cultural venue to Paisley. The aim of Paisley Museum Re-Imagined (PMR) is to provide a visitor experience of international quality; the signature project of Paisley’s regeneration which tells the inspirational stories of Paisley, its heritage and its pattern. Renfrewshire Leisure (hereafter referred to as “OneRen” or “the Client” is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Operator to deliver the following services: PMR café operation Events catering (private, corporate and internal events)

Total Quantity or Scope

The café and events catering service are integral to the visitor experience, which should be seamless throughout the buildings. Client ambitions for the catering offers are: A café that connects with PMR vision and values A café that connects with PMR exhibits and assets and aligns with programming; and Café and events catering services that make best use of facilities and infrastructure. A minimum specification is provided within the tender documents, however the Client wishes to receive creative proposals for the café, to best meet the needs of visitors including new markets and local communities. The Operator is encouraged to maximise café and events catering opportunities in partnership with the Client to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all visitors and other users of the space.

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 55520000 - Catering services
• 55500000 - Canteen and catering services
• 55523000 - Catering services for other enterprises or other institutions
• 55300000 - Restaurant and food-serving services

Indicators

• Bids should cover the whole contract.
• Renewals are not available.
• Performance considerations apply.
• Professional qualifications are sought.
• Award on basis of price.

Other Information

Scotland Excel is acting on behalf of OneRen in the execution of this tender but will not be party to the contract or the management of the contract throughout its lifetime. Scotland Excel is acting on behalf of OneRen in the execution of this tender but will not be party to the contract or the management of the contract throughout its lifetime. NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=835213. The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx. Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-pr... A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows: As stated in the procurement documents. (SC Ref:835213) Download the ESPD document here: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=835213