Tender

CBC-0795-T-CE Leighton Buzzard School Provision of Catering Services

CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Central Bedfordshire Council is initiating a tender for the "CBC-0795-T-CE Leighton Buzzard School Provision of Catering Services." This opportunity falls under the school catering services industry category and is set in the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently active and is in the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions on 27th October 2017 at 12:00 noon. The contract is expected to commence on 1st February 2018 and will have a duration of four years, with options for extensions. Prospective bidders are advised to note important dates, including the site visit deadline on 17th October 2017 and the final date for questions on 18th October 2017.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for catering businesses looking to expand their portfolio, especially those with experience in providing high-quality meal services to educational institutions. Companies that specialise in sourcing quality ingredients and delivering exceptional culinary experiences will find this contract to be well-suited to their capabilities. The support provided by the Central Bedfordshire Council throughout the tendering process further fosters an inclusive environment, encouraging participation from potential vendors keen on growing their business within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CBC-0795-T-CE Leighton Buzzard School Provision of Catering Services

Notice Description

Leighton Middle School is expanding to a five form entry Middle School. Ultimately, pupil numbers will be 600 across the school. The school is looking to appoint an experienced catering company to provide outstanding meals at lunchtime using quality raw ingredients in dishes that are expertly cooked and beautifully presented with a smile. Contract Period 4 years + 1 year + 1 year + 1 year + 1 year extension Contract Commencement 01/02/2018 TUPE applies to this contract. Completed Tenders and attachments should be submitted electronically, no later than 12:00 noon on 27/10/2017, tenders received after that time will be excluded. Tenders must be uploaded via the "My Return" section of the system. Tenders submitted through the correspondence facility will not be considered. Help and support - The Council/School will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all firms quoting, to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification of, then please contact us using the correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Deadline for site visit closes: 17/10/2017 Deadline for questions closes: 18/10/2017 Please view the 'Clarification' tab for any updates or responses to questions raised. Additional information: To express an interest, please log in or register on our electronic tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire in order to view the necessary tendering documents and respond accordingly. Please note that once you have registered on In-tend a separate action (expressing an Interest) is required to access the documents, you must click on the actual Tender you wish to access. We accept no liability if you have not expressed an interest in the tender. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db449a52-bef4-4b08-afb0-5a29c1787242
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Oct 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Oct 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2018 - 31 Jan 2022 4-5 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
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Claire Edmunds
Contact Email
claire.edmunds@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03003004853

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFORD
Postcode
SG17 5TQ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Shefford
Westminster Constituency
Hitchin

Further Information

Notice Documents

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