Redcar High Street Friday Market Manager

Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council is seeking a provider for the management and operation of the Redcar High Street Friday Market through a concession contract. Scheduled to commence on February 1, 2027, the initial term is for three years, ending January 31, 2030, with the possibility of two 12-month extensions based on performance, funding, and business need. The estimated total value of the contract is 150,000 GBP excluding VAT, or 180,000 GBP including VAT. This procurement is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises. The award process is based on quality assessments, with 40% of the weighting assigned to knowledge and competency, 40% to methodology, and 20% to promotion and marketing. Interested parties must submit their electronic tenders by November 27, 2026, at 2:00pm, with an enquiry deadline of November 23, 2026. The contract will be performed in South Teesside, and further details regarding the scope of work are available in the provided specification and bidder instructions.