Tender

Framework contract for School Meals Service Whitehaven Primary Schools

VALLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL & NURSERY

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Tender

29 Jan 2019 at 10:29

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Valley Primary School & Nursery in Whitehaven, England, is seeking a single supplier for the "Framework contract for School Meals Service" to provide a comprehensive catering solution for Valley Primary School, Kells Infant School, and St Mary's Catholic Primary School. This procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with the estimated date for the dispatch of the Invitation to Tender (ITT) set for 1 February 2019, and questions from potential suppliers to be submitted by 20 February 2019. The contract period spans three years, from 8 April 2019 to 8 April 2022, with an option for a one-year extension, and a total contract value of £480,000.

This tender presents excellent opportunities for businesses in the catering and food service sector, particularly those that can demonstrate strong capabilities in delivering high-quality school meal services that meet national standards. Companies with experience in providing comprehensive catering solutions, as well as those able to align services with educational curriculums and community benefits, will be particularly well-suited. Compliance with food hygiene regulations, financial stability, and previous experience are critical elements for success in this competitive process, making it ideal for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs).

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework contract for School Meals Service Whitehaven Primary Schools

Notice Description

Valley Primary School and Nursery intend to let a framework contract to a single supplier for the delivery of a comprehensive school meals service. The Framework will be available for Valley Primary School, Kells Infant School, and St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Kells. Each school intends to call-off school catering services for an initial minimum period of 3 years. The framework will be for the provision of a comprehensive school catering service including: - Provision of lunchtime school meals to at least national quality standards. - Provision of payment system; including debt management. - Maintenance and cleaning of kitchens and equipment. -Maintaining and building the current high demand for school meals enjoyed by the school. - Harmonising school meals with curriculum activities. - Using the opportunity of the contract to deliver additional community benefits. EOI Procedure: Submit email to the above address expressing interest and including company contract details. Estimated Date for Despatch of ITT: 1 Feb 2019 Latest Date for questions: 20 Feb 2019 Contract Period: Three years with an option for a one-year extension. Award Criteria: Financial and economic standing - Pass/fail Relevant experience and references - 20% Evidence of meeting food, hygiene, and staffing quality standards - 20% Proposals for financial administration, curriculum and community benefits - 20% Price - 40% Community Benefits: Community benefits could include: - Enhancing the local supply chain - Apprenticeships - Training - Community engagement - Professional advice TUPE: TUPE will apply. Tenderers will be expected to complete their own due diligence. Suitability to deliver a service: A supplier's suitability to deliver the service will be demonstrated by: - Accreditation to Food for Life Bronze or equivalent - Example Menus - ISO 9001:2015 Accreditation - Health and safety Policy - Commitment to staff training with IIP accreditation or similar - Company Safeguarding Policy and processes - Qualifications and experience of key personnel directly involved with contract delivery Supplier economic and financial standing: Criteria for assessing supplier economic and financial standing will include: - Expected turnover : Minimum GBP 1,500,000.00 for each of past 3 years - copy of last 3 years audited accounts - Employers (Compulsory) Liability Insurance : GBP 5 million - Public Liability Insurance : GBP 10 million - Professional Indemnity Insurance - GBP 5 million Procedure: Open procedure. All potential suppliers submitting an EoI will receive an ITT A minimum of 3 suppliers will be shortlisted and invited for interview week beginning 11 March 2019 Successful supplier will be notified week beginning 25 March 2019 A mobilisation period from 25 March to 15 April 2019 has been planned. Incumbent supplier: The incumbent supplier will be permitted to enter the competition.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1a3589d3-edbc-4827-b8e9-e4844a76dbef
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c2355e2-e17d-4109-a46a-bb952304a78f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55523100 - School-meal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£480,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Apr 2019 - 8 Apr 2022 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
VALLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL & NURSERY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA28 8DA
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Mirehouse
Westminster Constituency
Whitehaven and Workington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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