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Cafe Concession - Kielder Castle
Forestry Commission · Local or regional public body
In brief
Forestry Commission was looking for suppliers for this contract. Bidding has closed and no award has been published yet.
The estimated value is £3,000,000 excluding VAT.
The contract runs for 125 months, starting 20 July 2026.
The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.
What the notice says
Forestry England are seeking an organisation to operate the Cafe Concession at Kielder Castle, Northumberland. The operator will be required to serve hot and cold food and beverages to members of the public visiting Kielder Forest.
Full details of the requirements are enclosed in the tender documentation available.
Timeline
- Preliminary market engagement notice · UK2, notice 014502-2026
- Tender notice · UK4, notice 040340-2026
- Tender notice · UK4, notice 040357-2026
About the buyer
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From notice 014502-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 17 February 2026, last updated 1 May 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.