Tender

Diocese of Worcester Multi Academy Trust ~ Catering Tender

DIOCESE OF WORCESTER MULTI ACADEMY TRUST

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Tender

09 Jul 2025 at 10:10

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Diocese of Worcester Multi Academy Trust is inviting tenders for a catering contract, which involves providing services across 15 schools within its network. This tender is currently in the procurement stage and falls under the 'School catering services' category according to the CPV classification. Located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom, this opportunity requires proposals by 25th April 2025. The contract is set to begin on 1st September 2025 and will run until 31st August 2030. The total estimated value of the contract is £16,920,965 GBP.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity for service providers in the school catering sector, particularly those classified as small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The demanding scope of servicing multiple institutional locations favours companies with robust logistical capabilities and experience in educational settings. By engaging in this long-term venture, businesses can establish a lasting relationship with the Diocese of Worcester Multi Academy Trust, potentially leading to future collaborative projects within the educational sphere of the West Midlands.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Diocese of Worcester Multi Academy Trust ~ Catering Tender

Notice Description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for 15 Schools within the Diocese of Worcester Multi Academy Trust (DOWMAT).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27f8752e-8ea2-4b4c-ab0c-ea2457a56662
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
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
£16,920,965 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2030 Over 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
DIOCESE OF WORCESTER MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTERSHIRE
Postcode
WR5 3PA
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Malvern Hills
Electoral Ward
Kempsey
Westminster Constituency
West Worcestershire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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