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The Provision of Catering Services - UoB - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE

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11 Jul 2025 at 10:32

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the University of Bedfordshire for the provision of catering services has reached the award stage, as of 11th July 2025. Located in Luton, Beds, within the East of England, this open procedure tender involves a contract valued at £4,140,465 and covers various service categories, including catering services for enterprises, institutions, and schools. The awarded contract commences on 4th August 2025 and runs until 3rd August 2030. CH&CO Catering Group Limited has been selected as the supplier for this project. The tender process concluded on 20th March 2025, and the full contract value indicates a significant engagement in the catering sector for an extended period.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth in the catering industry, particularly for businesses capable of delivering diverse and large-scale catering services. Although the project is not specifically tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, larger established catering firms can benefit from the long-term commitment. Businesses experienced in managing catering operations for educational institutions or large enterprises will find this award an opportunity to expand their portfolio within the public sector, leveraging the substantial financial commitment. With the University of Bedfordshire as the buyer, successful firms can expect a collaborative partnership with a leading educational institution.

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Notice Title

The Provision of Catering Services - UoB - AWARD

Notice Description

The Provision of Catering Services - University of Bedfordshire

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-43907d88-e1ae-4746-83af-f273e9962581
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/835ab587-4192-437b-801c-9f9c101e9cce
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

39222000 - Catering supplies

55520000 - Catering services

55523000 - Catering services for other enterprises or other institutions

55524000 - School catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,140,465 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
3 Aug 2025 - 3 Aug 2030 Over 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
UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEDS
Postcode
LU1 3EU
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CH&CO CATERING GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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