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Shevington High School ~ Tender for Catering Services

THE LITMUS PARTNERSHIP LTD

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28 Aug 2019 at 14:21

Award Notice
Tender

06 Dec 2018 at 12:32

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Shevington High School, located in Wigan, Lancashire, which is seeking a supplier for its catering services. The contract, valued at approximately £1,200,000 for a duration of three years with the option of a two-year extension, was published on 6th December 2018. The selected supplier will be expected to support about 685 pupils and 78 staff, with a strong focus on maintaining high standards and an attractive dining environment. The tender period ends on 18th January 2019, and interested suppliers must submit the Selection Questionnaire by this deadline. The procurement method utilised is a selective procedure, categorised under school catering services (CPV code: 55524000).

This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers specialising in catering services, particularly those capable of offering innovative menu designs and high-quality food provision attractive to students. Businesses with experience in school catering, food service management, and those that can demonstrate a commitment to excellence and value for money are well-suited to compete. Additionally, companies willing to invest in the dining facilities and staff training will likely stand out in their proposals. Engaging in this tender could lead to a long-term partnership with a reputable educational institution, ultimately supporting business growth in the education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Shevington High School ~ Tender for Catering Services

Notice Description

The successful supplier will be required to provide catering services for Shevington High School, Shevington Lane, Shevington, Wigan, Lancashire, WN6 8AB. Shevington High School are committed to maintaining the very highest standards. The Shevington Way is one of: Excellence, Resilience, Ambition, Creativity, Leadership, Respect and Equality. Catering for approximately 685 pupils and 78 staff, the school currently has three service points and is looking for some investment in the dining and service areas. The objectives of the school in relation to the catering provision are: - high profile catering, - high street look, - attractive product placement, - menus that attract and excite students, - some investment in the dining facilities (environment and service area), - positive CPD for the staff, - clear pricing and menu structures that students can understand, - value for money for students and staff. In addition to the main catering service there is the requirement for occasional hospitality including buffets and working lunches. The contract will commence 1.9.2019 for an initial period of 3 years with an option to extend for a further 2 years. The contract value is approximately 720 000 GBP (3 years). Additional information: Interest in the selection process should be expressed via email only to pqq@litmuspartnership.co.uk clearly stating within this email which contract / notice you are referring to. Please also provide, as a minimum, a contact name, full company postal address and telephone number. The Selection Questionnaire and associated documents can be obtained at: http://www.litmuspartnership.co.uk/project/shevington_high_school The closing date for receipt of the Selection Questionnaire is 18.1.2019 (12:00). Suppliers are required to ensure that documents are obtained and returned to The Litmus Partnership Limited, by email to pqq@litmuspartnership.co.uk by the above closing date and time. Documents in respect of economic / financial standing (where indicated in the Selection Questionnaire) shall be returned to The Litmus Partnership Limited, by email to pqq@litmuspartnership.co.uk by the above closing date and time. It will be the Supplier's responsibility to obtain any necessary documents in order to submit a response by the closing date and time. The contracting authority reserves the right not to award any or part of the contract which is the subject of this Contract Notice and reserves the right to terminate the procurement process at any time. The contracting authority will not be liable for any costs incurred by those expressing an interest in tendering for this contract opportunity. The contracting authority will consider variant bids, evaluating them (so far as the variant or the evaluation of the variant is in the opinion of the contracting authority practicable) on the same basis as a conforming bid, but shall not be obliged to accept any such bid in preference to a conforming bid even if the variant bid scores more highly. No variant will be considered unless the bidder simultaneously submits a conforming bid.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-18874741-6669-4fcb-8cd0-a4bb0405714a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d384af3-37f4-4b2c-93a8-e615ad04ffa2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55524000 - School catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,551,925 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jun 20196 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2019 - 31 Aug 2024 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE LITMUS PARTNERSHIP LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WIGAN
Postcode
WN6 8AB
Post Town
Wigan
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD36 Greater Manchester North West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wigan
Electoral Ward
Shevington with Lower Ground & Moor
Westminster Constituency
Wigan

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MELLORS CATERING SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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