Issue - decisions

Date of Decision:

6^th May 2026

Title:

Award of alcoholic beverages and associated

goods 4-year contract

Decision Maker:

(Including Job Title)

Polly Hamilton

Service Director, Culture, Sport & Tourism

Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.

By virtue of the sub-scheme of delegation, Page 24

‘Management of Catering Services within designated venues’ 

Decision:

To award the contract for supply of alcoholic beverages for resale to Carlsberg for a period of 4 years, with an estimated value of £660,000.

Reasons for the Decision:

Competitive tender will ensure that :-

• A dependable supply chain is in place that guarantees continuity of stock across all named RMBC venues, including Rotherham Civic Theatre, Waleswood Caravan and Camping Park, Council?hosted public events, and the new waterfront facility at Rother Valley Country Park.

• The Council achieves best value for money through competitive pricing, efficient delivery arrangements, and favourable commercial terms.

• Services can offer a quality product range, providing a selection of alcoholic beverages aligned with customer expectations, venue branding, and income?generation strategies.

Details of alternative options considered and rejected:

Alternative options would not have fulfilled FPPR regulations

Conflicts of interest declared by any Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision:

None

Dispensations Granted:

(If any)

None

Conflicts of interest declared by the Decision Maker if they sit as a Cabinet appointed representative to an outside body which relates to the decision:

None

Dispensations Granted:

(If any)

None

Reports or parts of reports relevant to the decision being taken:

Tender Evaluation report for Award of alcoholic

beverages and associated goods 4-year

contract. Authorised by Polly Hamilton - Exempt