Tender

Catering of food and beverages - Light Touch Regime (LTR) as per schedule 3 PCR 2015 - Catering Services 55520000-1

ROYAL BERKSHIRE FIRE & RESCUE

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20 Sep 2024 at 15:57

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Berkshire Fire & Rescue service is currently inviting tenders for the provision of catering services under the Light Touch Regime as specified in schedule 3 of the PCR 2015. The contract, titled "Catering of food and beverages - Light Touch Regime (LTR) as per schedule 3 PCR 2015 - Catering Services 55520000-1," seeks a qualified service provider to deliver a variety of food and beverage options to various locations in Royal Berkshire, including packed lunches, buffets, and other meal types catering to different dietary and religious needs. This procurement process is at the tender stage and follows an open procedure (below threshold). Key dates to note include the tender period end date on 16 October 2024 at 14:00, with the contract period slated to start on 1 January 2025 and end on 31 December 2028. The procurement falls under the "Catering services" industry category (CPV Classification 55520000), with delivery locations specified to postal code RG31 7SD and the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender creates significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in catering services to engage in a substantial contract with a well-regarded public institution. Businesses that can reliably offer diverse and high-quality catering solutions, including meeting specific dietary and religious requirements, are particularly well-positioned to compete. Engaging with this contract can aid business growth by securing a long-term relationship and providing services to a large and recurrent customer base. The open procurement method used ensures a fair competitive process, making it an excellent opportunity for capable catering businesses to expand their market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Catering of food and beverages - Light Touch Regime (LTR) as per schedule 3 PCR 2015 - Catering Services 55520000-1

Notice Description

The Authority is looking for a qualified and experienced service provider who can deliver a compliant service of food and beverages to various locations in Royal Berkshire. The service provider must be able to offer a variety of packed lunches and buffet lunches that cater to different dietary and religious requirements. Occasional requirements for breakfast pastries, evening buffets and weekend lunches. Additional information: A new project has been publised to the website. Project: Catering of food and beverages - Light Touch Regime (LTR) as per schedule 3 PCR 2015 - Catering Services 55520000-1 , Project Reference: 1509. Click this link to go to the web site To connect with our national Bluelight portal we recommend you login or register at https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home and then connect to from the list of portals. 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/29418ba8-2d14-41b2-af78-ca5afc02b269
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
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 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2028 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
ROYAL BERKSHIRE FIRE & RESCUE
Contact Name
Shuvham Bhandari
Contact Email
bhandaris@rbfrs.co.uk
Contact Phone
(0)7785 925716

Buyer Location

Locality
BERKSHIRE
Postcode
RG31 7SD
Post Town
Reading
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ16 Berkshire West
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
West Berkshire
Electoral Ward
Tilehurst Birch Copse
Westminster Constituency
Reading West and Mid Berkshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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