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CA15502 - Excel LEarning Trust: Outsourced Catering Services

EXCEL LEARNING TRUST

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20 May 2025 at 08:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for outsourced catering services by the Excel Learning Trust has been completed, with the contract awarded to Aspens Services Ltd. This process involved an open procedure, beginning with a tender period that concluded on 25th April 2025. The contract will commence on 1st August 2025 and span until 31st July 2028. Specialising in the services category under the CPV code 55520000 for catering services, this contract is geographically extensive, covering locations such as the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and other regions worldwide. The buying organisation, Excel Learning Trust, is based in York, England, and key contact details include Gareth Jones, who can be reached via email or phone for further information.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) interested in expanding their portfolio in the catering services sector. Given its open procurement method, the process was inclusive and provided a chance for various businesses to compete, offering a gateway to broaden their service delivery in educational institutions across multiple regions. Companies equipped to deliver diverse and efficient catering solutions that can meet the Trust's broad geographic and service requirements would have found this opportunity particularly suitable. With a three-year contract duration, successful bidders can establish a long-term presence and partnership with a reputable educational trust, enhancing their business growth and market reputation.

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Notice Title

CA15502 - Excel LEarning Trust: Outsourced Catering Services

Notice Description

Excel Learning Trust wish to appoint one supplier to service their outsourced catering services contract. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA15502. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA15502 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4b15d585-eb2f-4c99-9976-fed806c0ae15
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b299be62-dac2-4ddf-b84b-6a3c72e61fe3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

55520000 - 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
20 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 3-4 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
EXCEL LEARNING TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO24 2RU
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Dringhouses & Woodthorpe
Westminster Constituency
York Outer

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASPENS SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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