Tender

CA17001 - Meridian Community Primary School _ East Sussex

MERIDIAN COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL

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Tender

13 Jan 2026 at 09:09

Summary of the contracting process

Meridian Community Primary School in Peacehaven, England, is seeking a contract caterer to provide fresh and nutritious meals for its pupils and staff, aligned with the school's values and community ethos. This procurement is categorised under 'School meals' within the primary industry of goods. The process is at the Tender stage, using an open procedure that remains active. Interested suppliers should note that the tender period closes on 19th March 2026, with the contract set to start on 1st August 2026 and end on 31st July 2029. The opportunity is open to businesses globally, with delivery expected in designated areas, including the United Kingdom and other territories.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for growth for companies specialising in contract catering, especially those focused on health-conscious and imaginative menu offerings. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. The contract offers a multi-year engagement that can help establish or expand a supplier's presence in the education sector, providing recurring business and potential expansion into related service areas like nutrition consultancy or catering management. Companies with a strong commitment to child-focused and value-driven service would be well-suited to compete for this tender.

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Notice Title

CA17001 - Meridian Community Primary School _ East Sussex

Notice Description

Meridian Community Primary School is seeking a professional contract caterer to create, produce, and serve fresh, nutritious, and imaginative lunches for pupils and staff. The successful provider will deliver a high?quality, child?focused catering service that promotes healthy eating, supports pupil wellbeing, and reflects the school's values and community ethos. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17001. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17001 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-29407930-de43-4aeb-8ca0-1375641b0fe4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb570427-c0e0-4a6a-920c-a81f7196ae15
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products


CPV Codes

15894210 - School meals

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERIDIAN COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PEACEHAVEN
Postcode
BN10 8BZ
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Peacehaven North
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven

Further Information

Notice Documents

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