Award of Ice Cream Van Concession at Bradgate Park to Steve’s Ices
Leicestershire County Council · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Ice Cream Van Concession at Bradgate Park to Steve’s Ices
Awarded 01 Feb 2025
Awarded01 Feb 2025
Value£0.00
RegionEast Midlands
CategoryFood & Beverage
Expires in 1y 3mo2y 12mo term, 59% elapsed
Awarded 1 Feb 2025Expires 31 Jan 2028
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Leicestershire County Council awarded a contract to Steve’s Ices, southern counties caterers, for the operation of ice cream van concessions at two main car parks in Bradgate Park: Hallgates (Cropston) and Hunt’s Hill (Old John).
The licenses commenced on 1 February 2025 and run for three years until 31 January 2028, with a possible extension of up to 24 months, bringing the maximum term to five years.
The contract was procured under PCR 2015 via an RFQ process.
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