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Whipperley Infant Academy and Farley Junior School

SPIRES CATERING CONSULTANCY

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Award

14 Dec 2020 at 15:41

Award Notice
Tender

28 Sep 2020 at 08:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Whipperley Infant Academy and Farley Junior School seeking a professional catering service through a tender referred to as WIA/FJS/CFS280920. The buying organisation, SPIRES CATERING CONSULTANCY, is overseeing this initiative, which falls within the services category, specifically under school meals (CPV code: 15894210). The tender was published on 28th September 2020, with a submission deadline set for 27th October 2020. The contract period for the selected supplier will commence on 13th February 2021 and last until 12th February 2024. The procurement method is an open procedure conducted below threshold value, offering a contract valued at approximately £40,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for catering businesses looking to expand within the educational sector, particularly those with experience in providing high-quality food services tailored for primary schools. Establishments that prioritise fresh ingredients and are capable of crafting engaging dining experiences will be well-positioned to compete. Potential suppliers should also be prepared to include Halal options in their menu offerings and demonstrate a commitment to quality service, integrity, and long-term partnerships with educational institutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Whipperley Infant Academy and Farley Junior School

Notice Description

This ITT is to provide a professional catering service provision to Whipperley Infant Academy and Farley Junior School. Both of the schools are looking for a sole catering provider and the ITT will be treated as 1 lot. The schools are seeking a catering partner who will genuinely care and take pride in the food that is served as well as the team they employ. The creation of vibrant dining experiences will underpin the success of the partnership which will include the use of fresh ingredients, great service and by morally doing the right thing at all times. Suppliers who cannot provide these requirements need not register an interest in this opportunity. Investment to this service would be considered but is not an essential condition. A Halal certified meat option will form an integeral part of the daily menu choice. Additional information: Interested catering suppliers must have experience in providing a quality food provision within a Primary School enviroment. Simply put, both Whipperley Infant Academy and Farley Junior School are seeking a long term catering partner who can tailor the school menu, create memorable dining room experiences that engages all pupils and staff, provide value for money and above all delivers their promises and continually acts with integrity and honesty.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-687cb196-a53b-4016-b029-3c4bc5660a60
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82c86ec0-120a-4dda-a901-56a15798401e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

CPV Codes

15894210 - School meals

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Nov 20205 years ago
Contract Period
13 Feb 2021 - 12 Feb 2024 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SPIRES CATERING CONSULTANCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WANTAGE
Postcode
OX12 9WE
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Ridgeway
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HERTFORDSHIRE CATERING LIMITED (HCL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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