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    ContractsChristmas Market Operator Wanted for Leeds City Square
    Awarded contract

    Christmas Market Operator Wanted for Leeds City Square

    Status
    Awarded
    Published 19 Jun 2026

    Operate Leeds City Square's Christmas Market, managing stalls, bars, and entertainment to create a vibrant seasonal destination.

    🇬🇧United Kingdom· EnglandPublished 19 Jun 2026· 3 months agoviaFind a Tender
    Status
    Awarded
    Published 19 Jun 2026

    Decision brief

    4 fields
    • Contract value
      Not disclosed
      Source did not declare a figure
    • Closing date
      Not published
      No closing date published
    • Sector
      Facilities Management
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom
      England

    Suppliers

    1 supplier
    • FA
      Fabler & Co. Ltd
    Lead contractor

    Lifecycle

    Awarded

    Contract awarded. Originally published 3 months ago.

    19 June 2026
    Awarded — no open tender advertised

    Brief

    Leeds City Council is seeking an experienced Trader (Licensee) to operate and manage the annual Christmas Market on City Square in Leeds City Centre. This is an opportunity to create a vibrant seasonal destination that drives footfall to the city center and delivers an excellent customer experience. The successful operator will be responsible for providing and managing three key components: 1. Christmas Market Stalls: A diverse range of retail stalls selling varied products (e.g., festive gifts, crafts, food, decorations) 2. Food and Beverage Outlets: Up to two bar units serving beverages (excluding separate Gluhwein stalls which may operate independently) 3. Entertainment and Animation: A curated program of entertainment, attractions, and features designed to encourage visitors to spend time at the market. This must include free-to-access entertainment and activities to ensure broad appeal and accessibility. The Council is looking for an operator with experience in managing outdoor seasonal events who can deliver a professional, high-quality Christmas market that enhances the city center's appeal during the festive season.

    Track record

    9 awards · 9 winners
    Open field

    No single supplier dominates the field.

    In professional services, LEEDS CITY COUNCIL has awarded 9 contracts to 9 suppliers.

    Who wins here
    1. Leeds Citizens Advice Bureau1× · 11%
    2. SAVILLS UK LTD1× · 11%
    3. Highton Consultancy LTD1× · 11%
    4. DAC BEACHCROFT LLP1× · 11%
    5. Indeed1× · 11%
    6. Fabler & Co. Ltd1× · 11%

    +3 more suppliers

    Across professional services, the most active winners are REED SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT LIMITED, PROMAR INTERNATIONAL, KPMG LLP — the field to beat, or your route in as a partner.

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    Publisher
    UK Cabinet Office
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    find-tender.service.gov.uk
    Record ID
    ocds-h6vhtk-066773

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    Sector
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