Official UK procurement notice
UK Leisure Framework 2026-2034 Contract Award Notice.
Authority: Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (Public body)·Consortium: 2 public authorities
Sectors: Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages (30)Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories (37)Construction & Civil Engineering (45)+8 more Delivery: UK
Framework ceiling (notional) £6,000,000,000framework ceiling, not attributable revenue
Submissions closed 27 Feb 2026awarded 28 Aug 2026
Award (standstill) to ALLIANCE LEISURE SERVICES LIMITED
Framework period 8 yrsup to 10 yrs with extensions · starts 18 Jun 2026
What is being bought
Published requirement descriptionContract Award Notice for the UK Leisure Framework 2026-2034.
- How the procedure runs: Following a restrictive selection process as detailed in the ITT document and specific questionnaire the shortlisted Tenderers will submit an initial solution following which clarification and dialogue will take place and concluding with the submission of a final tender.
CPV: Advertising and marketing services · Architectural and related services · Business and management consultancy services · Clinic construction work · Computer equipment and supplies · Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants · Excavating and earthmoving work · Financial and insurance services · Industry specific software package · Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment · Investment banking services and related services · Landscape architectural services
How this framework works
From the published notice- Type
- Open framework
- Call-offs
- call-offs may be awarded directly or by further competition
- Places
- up to 1 suppliers · 1 bids received (1.0 per place) · 1 appointed — full
- Framework period
8 yrs · up to 10 yrs from 18 Jun 2026 — DLL consider that the 8-year duration is justified due to the initial investment required to support the size of the team required to deliver the broad range of services and specialist advice required. The necessity to have and develop a quality supply chain is essential to the framework and delivering the quality product demanded of it. DLL is of the opinion that allowing the more…
framework to mature, it will enhance and improve the quality of the product and streamline the delivery on subsequent projects. All the above will also generate cost savings over the framework life due to this developed streamlined process. Further, the streamlined process will drive time improvement in the pre-contract process with these matured and aligned supply chain partners. The framework is designed to deliver projects quickly as a result of the experience of the specialist Delivery Partner being sought, conversely it can also deal with long lead funding streams and introduce funding when required.
Who may buy through it
Contracting authorities throughout the UK will be able to access the Framework.
Published description of the framework
Details of the Framework are included within the Phase 1 Tender document.
The lotProcurement structure
single lot · value publishedLot #1Lot 1AwardedRenewalPublished value£6,000,000,000
- Value
- £6,000,000,000 exc. VAT · £7,200,000,000 inc. VAT
- Extensions
Schedule 8 modifications including - the right to additional purchases whilst the contract is valid. Adding additional scope of services that relate to the original scope of service areas and transfer on corporate restructuring. · The justification for having an option to extend the framework period for a further two years as either, two, one-year extensions or a single two-year extension follows the same rationale more…
and approach as the 8-year term. The longer the term the greater the opportunity available to achieve value for money with a dedicated leisure specialist, developing sustainable and robust business models and delivering these in a competitive environment with a high emphasis on risk management and fixed price building contracts.
30100000 Office machinery, equipment and supplies except computers, printers and furniture30200000 Computer equipment and supplies37400000 Sports goods and equipment37480000 Machinery or apparatus for leisure equipment45112000 Excavating and earthmoving work45211350 Multi-functional buildings construction work
What it takes to win
Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published — the tender pack may add moreHow bids were scored
Published award criteria (2)
- Price — As per tender document.
- Quality — As per tender document.
Conditions of participation2
- Economic & financial standingAs per tender document.
- Technical & professional abilityAs per tender document.
Procedure terms & legal framework
From the official record- Procedure method
- Competitive flexible procedure
- Legal basis
- UKPGA · 2023/54 Procurement Act 2023
- Procurement category
- Works
- Notice status
- Awarded
- Procurement threshold
- Above threshold (FTS publication)
- Regulatory regime
- Standard
- Commercial structure
- Framework agreement
- Competition type
- Competitive procedure
- GPA / WTO covered
- Yes (GPA)
- Recurring procurement
- No (one-off requirement)
- First published
- 7 Sept 2026, 15:53 BST
- Last source update
- 7 Sept 2026, 15:53 BST
- Award evaluation window
- Submission end — 18 Jun 2026, 23:59 BST
- Latest notice
- Contract award notice (UK6)
- Classification (CPV)
- Delivery area
- Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f913Find a Tender
- How it runs
- Following a restrictive selection process as detailed in the ITT document and specific questionnaire the shortlisted Tenderers will submit an initial solution following which clarification and dialogue will take place and concluding with the submission of a final tender.
Review and risk notes
- Risks
Whilst there is an expectation the successful bidder will have robust governance, business continuity and risk management arrangements in place, it is recognised that certain external factors could impact the delivery of the contract. These risks are largely outside the direct control of either party but are actively more…
monitored and mitigated wherever possible. Local and regional risks may include workforce availability challenges, industrial action, local infrastructure disruption, or supplier failure within the regional supply chain. Changes in local authority policy, funding pressures, or community demand could also influence service delivery expectations. It is expected these risks will be mitigated through workforce planning, strong supplier management, contingency arrangements and close engagement with local stakeholders. National risks include changes in legislation, regulation or public policy that affect employment, health and safety, data protection, or service standards. Economic pressures such as inflation, increased energy costs, or labour market shortages could impact operating costs or resource availability. There is also the potential for national industrial action or public sector reform to affect performance. There is an expectation these risks are attempted to be managed through horizon scanning, flexible financial planning, compliance monitoring, and adaptive service models. International and global risks include major events such as pandemics, geopolitical instability, war, terrorism, or global supply chain disruption. These events can lead to workforce shortages, increased costs, reduced availability of materials or services, and changes in customer behaviour or demand. Climate-related events and global economic volatility also present longer-term risks. There is an expectation these risks are attempted to be managed through business continuity planning, diversified supply chains, remote and flexible working capability where appropriate, and regular review of emergency response arrangements. Overall, it is hoped that whilst these risks could impact the contract if they materialise, a proactive and proportionate approach to risk management will help to alleviate them in all but the worst-case scenarios.
How it was run
Official noticeAccess & registration note: Free Wales registration; eTenderWales runs on Jaggaer
- Appointment period ends
- 27 Feb 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Clarification deadline
- 16 Feb 2026, 17:00 GMT
- Submission channel
- Official e-sourcing portal
- Electronic submission
- Allowed
- Accepted languages
- en, cy
- Participation fee
- success fee · 1% of the award value · Proposed fees are detailed in the Invitation to Tender document, and range on a scale - based on project value.
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release
To be submitted via Sell2Wales: www.sell2wales.gov.wales ↗
Timeline
10 published dates · Europe/London- Planning notice published275 days ago18 Dec 2025, 12:51 GMT
- Next notice expected249 days ago12 Jan 2026, 23:59 GMT
- Tender notice published235 days ago27 Jan 2026, 17:20 GMT
- Clarification questions by215 days ago16 Feb 2026, 17:00 GMT
- Admission / appointment period ends204 days ago · period end, not a bid countdown27 Feb 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Contract starts93 days ago18 Jun 2026, 00:00 BST
- Award decision expected by92 days ago18 Jun 2026, 23:59 BST
- Assessment summaries sent12 days ago7 Sept 2026, 00:00 BST
- Latest notice published12 days ago7 Sept 2026, 15:53 BST
- Standstill ends2 days ago16 Sept 2026, 23:59 BST
Commercial outcome & contract awards
Published awards, contracts and bid statistics — not a forecastSuppliers appointed 11 award · see the list ↓
Bids received 11 from SMEs
| Awarded to | Value | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
ALLIANCE LEISURE SERVICES LIMITEDSMEUK Leisure Framework 2026-20341 Oct 2026 — 30 Sept 2034 · up to 30 Sept 2036Extensions: By agreement between the parties, options to extend the framework period for a further two years as either, two, one-year extensions or a single two-year extension. · Options: Schedule 8 more…modifications including - the right to additional purchases whilst the contract is valid. Adding additional scope of services that relate to the original scope of service areas and transfer on corporate restructuring. | £6,000,000,000 | 28 Aug 2026standstill to 16 Sept 2026 | Standstill |
Bid statistics published by the authority
| Bids | SME | VCSE | Valid bid range |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1final-stage tenders | 1 | 0 | — |
Notice history
9 events · 3 releases on Find a Tender · since 18 Dec 2025- Contract signature expected18 Sept 2026, 23:59 BSTscheduled
- Contract award notice published7 Sept 2026, 15:53 BSTUK6
- Tender notice published30 Jan 2026, 16:37 GMTUK4
- Deadline moved to 27 Feb 2026, 12:00 GMT30 Jan 2026, 16:37 GMT-38 days · was 6 Apr 2026, 12:00 BST
- Tender notice published27 Jan 2026, 17:20 GMTUK4
- Status changed to active27 Jan 2026, 17:20 GMT
- Procurement method changed27 Jan 2026, 17:20 GMT
- Deadline published: 6 Apr 2026, 12:00 BST27 Jan 2026, 17:20 GMT
- Pipeline notice published18 Dec 2025, 12:51 GMTUK1
Published amendments (1)
Tender clarification document submitted, to provide clarity on tender timeline. Also, reference in the clarification document that queries should be sent through to [email protected] in the first instance.
Contracting authority & participating public bodies
2 public bodies on the noticeConsortium members and other public bodies
- Denbighshire County CouncilContracting authorityPublic authority - sub-central governmentWelsh devolved regulations applyView profile →
Framework contractors & participating bidders
1 commercial party on the notice- Alliance Leisure Services LimitedFramework contractorView supplier profile →
Official documents & specifications (11)
Official links; attachments are not copiedTender pack and attachments
- Bidding documents and specifications Certificate of Non Collusion
- Bidding documents and specifications Invitation to participate Phase 1 document.
- Bidding documents and specifications Tender Clarification Notice - 30/01/2026
- Conflict of interest declarationNot published
- Bidding documents and specifications Wales Procurement Specific Questionnaire
- Bidding documents and specifications Public Sector Bodies able to access UKLF
- Bidding documents and specifications Certificate of Non-Canvassing
Notices published for this procedure
- Contract award notice Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- Tender notice Tender notice on Find a Tender
- Tender notice Tender notice on Find a Tender
- Pipeline notice Pipeline notice on Find a Tender