Tender

CA17127 - Aston University STEM Education Academy Trust tender for catering services

ASTON UNIVERSITY STEM EDUCATION ACADEMY TRUST

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Tender

03 Feb 2026 at 10:54

Summary of the contracting process

Aston University STEM Education Academy Trust has initiated a tender process for providing catering services at its location in Birmingham, England. The tender, with the ID CA17127, falls under the industry category of school catering services (CPV code 55524000). The procurement method is an open procedure, providing a transparent competitive opportunity for suppliers. The tender is currently in the active stage, with the procurement process formally issued on 3rd February 2026, and submissions are open until the 9th of March 2026, 10:00 GMT. The service contract is anticipated to commence on the 1st of August 2026, concluding on the 31st of July 2029, making it a three-year opportunity for service providers.

This tender could facilitate substantial business growth for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) keen to expand their operations in the educational sector within the UK and potentially worldwide. With a particular suitability for SMEs, businesses that specialise in catering services, especially those with experience in educational environments, would be well-positioned to compete. This opportunity offers a stable service contract with a reputable institution, increasing business visibility and market presence. Interested parties are encouraged to register and access the opportunity through MultiQuote, an established procurement platform.

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Notice Title

CA17127 - Aston University STEM Education Academy Trust tender for catering services

Notice Description

To provide catering services at Aston University STEM Education Academy Trust, Lister Street, Birmingham B7 4AG To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17127. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17127 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-54b42c25-6986-4ae2-b131-7c84d64b674f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8d52b48-7d61-45ce-a047-998ed59007f2
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
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASTON UNIVERSITY STEM EDUCATION ACADEMY TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B7 4AG
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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