Tenders are invited for the operation of the tearoom concession at the Ballycroy Visitor Centre at Wild Nephin National Park, Ballycroy, Westport, Co. Mayo. The concession will be for a term of two seasons, with an option of two additional seasons subject to agreement. The concession will operate for the period from the 15^th March to the 5^th November, each year, for the years 2025-2026 inclusive. These dates may vary slightly depending how the St. Patrick’s Day Holiday and the Halloween Midterm Break fall within a calendar year. The concession is for 7 days per week and there may be an option of extending the period that the Tearoom can open during the year in line with the Visitor Centre now opening 12 months of the year.

Those interested in tendering can obtain further details and tender forms from:

Wild Nephin National Park,

National Parks and Wildlife Service,

Lagduff More,

Ballycroy,

Westport,

Co. Mayo.

Tel: 098 49888

Sealed tenders marked “Tearoom Tender” to be received by the Park Manager, at the above address, by 5pm on Friday 24^th January 2025.

Only tenders submitted on official tender forms will be accepted.

The successful Contractor must be able to provide a current Tax Clearance Certificate, Safety Statement, Employer’s Liability Insurance and Public Liability Insurance.

The Department does not bind itself to accept the Highest or any tender submitted.

The successful franchisee will have to show flexibility with regard to opening time arrangements as may be set by local management from time to time. It is envisaged that the concession will operate initially for the periods outlined with provision for an extension for a further two years subject to agreement including costs.