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The Equa Mead Trust ~ Catering Tender

THE EQUA MEAD TRUST

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04 Jul 2025 at 13:25

Summary of the contracting process

The Equa Mead Trust, a Multi Academy Trust based in Wiltshire around Trowbridge and Devizes, has completed the award for a catering contract titled "The Equa Mead Trust ~ Catering Tender." The procurement process, classified under the industry category of school catering services, was conducted using a selective method known as the restricted procedure. The contract, valued at GBP 3,060,408.56, was awarded to Innovate Services Ltd as of 23 June 2025, with the announcement published on 4 July 2025. The awarded contract will commence on 1 September 2025 and is set to run until 31 August 2030, covering the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a noteworthy opportunity for businesses involved in providing school catering services, particularly those that can deliver innovative and high-quality solutions tailored to the needs of academic institutions. While the contract has already been awarded, similar tenders may appear as the trust expands, presenting potential opportunities for SMEs willing to engage in a competitive restricted procedure. Businesses positioned within the South West, or those looking to expand into this area, may find it advantageous to monitor future opportunities within this sector. The procurement case highlights the value of fostering robust partnerships with educational institutions like The Equa Mead Trust, potentially setting a precedent for long-term growth and engagement within the educational catering services market.

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Notice Title

The Equa Mead Trust ~ Catering Tender

Notice Description

EQUA Mead Learning Trust is a Multi Academy Trust based around the Trowbridge and Devizes areas in Wiltshire. The trust started in 2019 and has now increased in size to 19 Schools, consisting of 17 Primary and 2 Secondary schools. In addition, three more additional schools are currently in the process of joining and are likely to convert in September 2025, taking the to 22 schools.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-634c9246-b0b7-4f0c-a8c6-aaf318c45806
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/902038e8-db38-46ec-aa8d-f6f578fc3f72
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55524000 - School catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,060,408 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,060,408 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 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
THE EQUA MEAD TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DEVIZES
Postcode
SN10 4EB
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
The Lavingtons
Westminster Constituency
Melksham and Devizes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INNOVATE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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