Estimated Value
£20,000 – £0
Deadline
18 September 2026
24 days remaining
Published
25 August 2026
Type
goods
Overview
Saltash Town Council are seeking expressions of interest from those interested in running a cafe at Isambard House, Saltash Railway Station. To obtain a copy of the application form together with guidance notes please visit the following site: https://www.saltash.gov.uk/tenders.php
AI Analysis
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Saltash Town Council is looking for a business to run a cafe inside Isambard House at Saltash Railway Station, serving passengers and visitors.
Requirements
- No specific requirements listed in the notice — check the full tender documents.
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Operate a retail café on the premises of Isambard House, Saltash Railway Station
- Provide food and drink services in line with health and safety and food hygiene regulations
- Manage staffing, stock, and cash handling for the café
- Maintain the café premises to council standards and adhere to agreed opening hours
- Collect and remit any required concession fees or revenue share to the council
How to Read This Tender
- 1Read the full application form and guidance notes – they contain the legal terms, fee structure and performance expectations
- 2Pay attention to sections on financial guarantees, insurance and any required licences (e.g., food hygiene rating)
- 3Note the contract length and any break‑clause or renewal options – they affect your business planning
- 4Check the evaluation criteria – the council may score on price, service quality and social value
- 5Look for any mandatory pre‑qualification questionnaires that must be completed before you can submit the expression of interest
Tips for Small Businesses
- Highlight your local roots or community benefits – councils often award points for social value
- If you lack capacity, consider partnering with an experienced café operator or using a subcontractor for food preparation
- Prepare a simple, realistic financial model to show you can meet any required fee or revenue‑share targets
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Key Dates
Published
25 August 2026
Submission deadline
18 September 2026
Notice type
Contract
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