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Filton Town Council Leisure Operator Contract
Filton Town Council · Local authority
In brief
Filton Town Council is looking for suppliers for leisure and events work (UK-wide).
The estimated value is £9,299,457 excluding VAT.
The contract runs for 15 years, starting 1 December 2026.
Bids close at 11:59pm, Monday 28 September 2026.
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Can I win this?
Key dates
- Bids by
- 11:59pm, Monday 28 September 2026
Competition
Typical: a median of 5 bids per contract for leisure and events contracts across the UK (from 310 awards in the last 12 months).
What the notice says
The purpose of the appointment is to ensure that the centre is operated safely, efficiently, inclusively, and to its maximum potential for the benefit of the Filton community. The Services Specification sets out the minimum required standards and reporting requirements that the appointed Agent shall meet during the contract period for Elm Park Leisure Centre. The specification details the minimum requirements that the Agent shall meet for the provision of the services and operation of the facilities specified within this Schedule throughout the contract period. This specification forms a Schedule of the Agency Agreement and shall be legally binding. Service Requirements The Agent must…Read the full description
The purpose of the appointment is to ensure that the centre is operated safely, efficiently, inclusively, and to its maximum potential for the benefit of the Filton community. The Services Specification sets out the minimum required standards and reporting requirements that the appointed Agent shall meet during the contract period for Elm Park Leisure Centre.
The specification details the minimum requirements that the Agent shall meet for the provision of the services and operation of the facilities specified within this Schedule throughout the contract period. This specification forms a Schedule of the Agency Agreement and shall be legally binding.
Service Requirements
The Agent must deliver all service requirements set out in this section, adapted to Elm Park Leisure Centre. This includes but is not limited to:
Active Communities: Developing and delivering inclusive programmes for local
residents, with emphasis on under-represented and inactive groups.
Opening Hours & Accessibility: Maintaining agreed minimum opening hours and
ensuring accessibility in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Customer Experience: Ensuring a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment
supported by modern ICT systems, effective complaints handling, and consistently
high customer service.
Programming: Delivering a diverse programme of activities tailored to the needs of
the Filton community, schools, and clubs.
Pricing: Implementing a transparent, equitable pricing policy as determined by the
Town Council that balances affordability with financial sustainability.
Staffing & Skills Development: Ensuring appropriately trained and qualified staff are
employed and retained, with a focus on safeguarding and inclusivity.
Safeguarding & Equalities: Meeting all statutory duties and promoting equality of
access to all residents.
Cleaning, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage: Maintaining high standards of
cleanliness and healthy, affordable catering.
Marketing & Communication: Promoting leisure effectively across digital and
community channels, ensuring accessibility of information.
ICT & Data Management: Maintaining systems capable of capturing data, supporting
OpenActive standards, and providing transparent reporting.
Health & Safety: Full compliance with all legislative requirements, supported by
robust risk management systems.
Should I bid?
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How to bid
- Read the full notice on Find a Tender, including any tender documents it links to.
- Submit your bid through the buyer's e-tendering portal: filtontowncouncil.gov.uk.
- Make sure your bid arrives before 11:59pm, Monday 28 September 2026. Late bids are usually rejected.
Timeline
- Contract notice · notice 079678-2026
About the buyer
Filton Town CouncilLast 12 months
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From notice 079678-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 20 August 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.