Cafe and Catering for the National Library

Tender description

The National Library of Scotland is undertaking pre-market engagement via the PIN notice to identify interested parties. The National Library of Scotland seeks to appoint an experienced café / catering supplier with proven experience working within a cultural, arts or top end commercial retail sector. Please record your expression of interest via PCS. The National Library of Scotland seeks to appoint an experienced café / catering supplier with proven experience working within a cultural, arts or top end commercial retail sector. The quality for services and goods on offer should reflect the Library standards of excellence, continually identifying improvements and delivering a consistently high standard of customer service. The supplier’s offer should demonstrate a commitment to modern café menu trends. The Library will be 100 years old in 2025. The centenary will be marked by a programme of events, events, and big legacy projects, many of which we expect the supplier to take a vital role in supporting. The Library’s Visitor Centre has recently been awarded a 4-star Visitor Attraction grading from VisitScotland. We aim to maintain or increase this star rating at our next accreditation visit and would expect the supplier to work closely with Library representatives to achieve this. As part of our ongoing relationship with VisitScotland, there is also an opportunity for the supplier to apply for the Taste Our Best award. Along with passing trade, the café currently serves existing and new users of the reading rooms, Library staff, exhibition visitors and event attendees. The supplier shall always, provide a high-quality service, to the satisfaction of the National Library of Scotland.