Operation of Mobile Catering Concession at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum
Forestry Commission · Awarded contract
AwardedOperation of Mobile Catering Concession at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum
Awarded 31 Mar 2022
Awarded31 Mar 2022
Value£4,800,000.00
SupplierMDB Catering
AgencyForestry Commission
RegionSouth West
CategoryFood & Beverage
Expires in 5y 5mo10y term, 46% elapsed
Awarded 31 Mar 2022Expires 30 Mar 2032
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Forestry Commission awarded a contract to MDB Catering for the operation of a mobile catering unit near the Welcome Building at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, every day except Christmas Day, as well as during events and peak periods.
The contract value is £4,800,000.
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Operation of Mobile Catering Concession at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum
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