George Hotel, Stranraer – Operator Opportunity

Location

George Hotel, Stranraer

Description

The Council is seeking an operator to operate the renovated George Hotel in Stranraer as a leisure, cultural and accommodation facility.

Total Quantity or Scope

The Council is seeking an operator(s) to operate the former George Hotel in Stranraer which is in the process of being redeveloped to create a new high profile visitor attraction that is intended to appeal to the tourism market attracted to Stranraer by the facilities at the nearby Waterfront. Uses for The George will be: - Arts centre with prime George Street frontage, over two floors including gallery events space, workshops and studios. - Second floor six flexible offices and co-working space accessed via the arts centre and for hire to the arts and cultural sector and other start-ups and small enterprises. - Two storeys, indoor to outdoor climbing and bouldering visitor attraction. - 28 beds affordable bunkhouse accommodation with shared bathroom facilities, reception and lounge shared with bouldering, laundry and bike storage facilities. - Communal kitchen for all users and visitors to the George. Additional information available in the attachments.

Renewal Options

The opportunity is intended for a 20 year lease with break clauses at 5 year intervals, however this can be negotiated post-tender.

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 70332200 - Commercial property management services
• 92610000 - Sports facilities operation services
• 92320000 - Arts-facility operation services
• 98340000 - Accommodation and office services
• 98341100 - Accommodation management services
• 79993000 - Building and facilities management services
• 79993100 - Facilities management services

Indicators

• Bids should cover the whole contract.
• Renewals are available.
• Award on basis of price.

Other Information

The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 64664. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 (SC Ref:837707)