Tender

The Provision of External Caterer Supply and Services for Delivered Food and Beverage

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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Tender

20 Nov 2024 at 16:41

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham is seeking to establish a contract for the Provision of External Caterer Supply and Services for delivered food and beverage to enhance its in-house offering. This procurement falls under the catering services industry category, with an estimated value range between £70,000 and £570,000. The contract will cover various buffets and pizza offerings delivered to all locations within the University's campuses in Birmingham (postal code B15 2TT). The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 10:00 AM on 20th December 2024. The contract period will start on 19th March 2025 and end on 19th March 2027, employing a selective procedure through a restricted process.

This tender creates significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in catering services to partner with a reputable academic institution. The contract's focus on providing diverse food and beverage options to supplement the University's existing catering services offers ample room for innovative and quality-oriented caterers to showcase their offerings. Businesses experienced in delivering varied cuisines, maintaining high service standards, and managing large-scale, high-frequency food delivery operations would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Collaborating with the University of Birmingham can enhance the visibility and market reach of successful bidders, fostering substantial business growth.

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Notice Title

The Provision of External Caterer Supply and Services for Delivered Food and Beverage

Notice Description

The University would like to establish a contract for the Provision of External Caterer Supply and Services for delivered Food & Beverage to supplement, support and enhance the current inhouse offering, allowing more choice for clients and diversifying our offer. The provision is for various levels of buffets and pizza offerings that are delivered to all locations within the University of Birmingham Campuses. The aim is to add to and support the internal University of Birmingham Catering offering along with options on various cuisines and food styles. Tender available through the In-tend portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/Home

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2d6fdc36-f042-49da-9c1e-b861a502d602
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c235b0a9-2adb-4535-93b8-5cc12cd8dec6
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55520000 - Catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£570,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Mar 2025 - 19 Mar 2027 2-3 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

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