Award of Big Wheel Concession for Seasonal Events in Bournemouth
Bournemouth Borough Council - Main Number · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Big Wheel Concession for Seasonal Events in Bournemouth
Awarded 03 Dec 2016
Awarded03 Dec 2016
Value£65,000.00
SupplierDe Koning Leisure Group Ltd
RegionSouth West
CategoryArts & Culture
Ended 8y 11mo ago12mo term
Awarded 3 Dec 2016Expired 2 Dec 2017
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Bournemouth Borough Council - Main Number awarded a contract to De Koning Leisure Group Ltd for the operation of a Big Wheel concession during Christmas, Easter, and potentially summer periods.
The supplier will fully operate the wheel, which must be in keeping with the town's appearance, and will retain all profits in exchange for renting the space.
The contract value is £65,000.
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