Award of Event Catering and Bar Services for Colchester Venues
Colchester Borough Council · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Event Catering and Bar Services for Colchester Venues
Awarded 31 Aug 2016
Awarded31 Aug 2016
Value£150,000.00
RegionEast of England
CategoryFood & Beverage
Ended 9y 2mo ago12mo term
Awarded 31 Aug 2016Expired 30 Aug 2017
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Colchester Borough Council awarded a contract to Patrik Minder Ltd T/A The Event Catering Company for the supply of catering and bar services at Colchester Town Hall, Colchester Castle, Charter Hall, and Castle Park.
The services cover drinks and catering for functions and events ranging from canapes to silver service dinners, with capacities from 2 to 700 seated guests.
The contract value is £150,000.
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Award of Event Catering and Bar Services for Colchester Venues
Won by Patrik Minder Ltd T/A The Event Catering Company · Colchester Borough Council
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