Market Stall Setup and Management Service for Northampton Market Square

West Northamptonshire Council seeks a service provider to manage the weekly operation of pop-up market stalls at Northampton Market Square, which reopened in October 2024. The service includes transporting, assembling, disassembling, and storing market infrastructure on a daily basis. Scope of Work: - Daily stall setup: Minimum 8 stalls, maximum 36 stalls (typically 36 on event days, Saturdays, and Sundays) - Each stall weighs approximately 45kg and requires two personnel, taking 54 seconds to erect and 37 seconds to dismantle - Provide and manage weather protection, cabling, and additional infrastructure - Arrange stalls according to an agreed layout - Ensure complete removal and clearing of all equipment after trading Operational Requirements: - Trading area must be ready by 7am on each trading day - Dismantle must commence no earlier than 5.30pm - Times may be adjusted per council requirements - Equipment must be kept in 'like new' condition through regular cleaning and maintenance - All defects must be reported to the market team Service Users: Market traders and events organisers