Case Study

Car Park Operator Procurement

Parking Matters advised Battersea Power Station on operating over 1,000 parking spaces. We evaluated leasing and management options, considered costs and revenues, and managed a tender process to appoint a specialist operator.

Client

Battersea Power Station

What we did

  • Advised Battersea Power Station Development Company on the operation of over 1,000 parking spaces at Battersea Power Station.
  • Evaluated three potential options: leasing to a specialist operator, entering into a management agreement with a specialist operator, or managing an in-house operation.
  • Considered opportunities and limitations within the broader Battersea Power Station masterplan site.
  • Compared potential operating costs with similar shopping centre car parks.
  • Prepared revenue projections to inform decision-making.
  • Developed a comprehensive service specification for outsourcing the management of the car park.
  • Oversaw a tender process to appoint a specialist operator with a track record of innovation and adding value in car park operations.

Outcome

  • Appointment of a specialist operator with a track record of innovation and adding value.
  • Optimisation of parking space operation to align with the broader Battersea Power Station masterplan.
  • Informed decision-making based on comprehensive evaluation and revenue projections.
  • Enhanced efficiency and effectiveness in parking space management at Battersea Power Station.