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CA15319 - Invitation to tender for PKAT Primary School Catering Services at Longthorpe and Nova

PKAT

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13 Jan 2026 at 12:06

TenderAmendment

24 Feb 2025 at 09:25

Tender

14 Feb 2025 at 12:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for PKAT's Primary School Catering Services at Longthorpe and Nova, classified under the School Catering Services industry category (CPV code: 55524000), has reached the Award Update stage. The contracting authority, Peterborough Keys Academy Trust (PKAT), is located in Peterborough, England. This open procedure tender was initially published on 14th February 2025, with the tender period closing on 22nd April 2025. The contract, valued at £400,000, will commence on 1st September 2025 and conclude on 31st August 2029, spanning several locations, including the United Kingdom and other regions.

This procurement opportunity presents significant business growth potential for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly those specialising in catering services. With an extended contract period, businesses focused on educational catering services stand to benefit from long-term revenue streams and the potential for further engagements with educational institutions. The tender's open procedure ensures a competitive yet accessible process for various suppliers, eager to secure a stable client in PKAT, thereby enhancing their portfolio and market presence within the educational sector.

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Notice Title

CA15319 - Invitation to tender for PKAT Primary School Catering Services at Longthorpe and Nova

Notice Description

Invitation to tender for PKAT Primary School Catering Services at Longthorpe and Nova Includes Lots: Lot 1: Lot 1 - Longthorpe Lot 2: Lot 2 - Nova To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA15319. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA15319 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2e8581e9-eb9e-4dcc-95e3-1bca44e22430
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/862ea615-3d77-42fe-8dae-2234919c252b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55524000 - School catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PKAT
Contact Name
Howard Nelson
Contact Email
support@multiquote.com
Contact Phone
0151 482 9230

Buyer Location

Locality
PETERBOROUGH
Postcode
PE3 9PN
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH41 Peterborough
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Peterborough
Electoral Ward
Ravensthorpe
Westminster Constituency
Peterborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DOLCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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