Tender

Wolverhampton Cluster ~ Catering Tender

WOLVERHAMPTON CLUSTER ~ CATERING TENDER

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TenderAmendment

11 Feb 2025 at 10:20

Tender

10 Feb 2025 at 15:30

Summary of the contracting process

The Wolverhampton Cluster is currently in the tender stage for its catering services requirement, titled "Wolverhampton Cluster ~ Catering Tender." This procurement falls under the industry category of School Catering Services (CPV code 55524000) and targets schools within the Wolverhampton Cluster, located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement process follows a restricted procedure (selective) and includes a tender period ending on 14th March 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract period is scheduled from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2030, with the total value estimated at GBP 31,012,514. The key amendment corrected the original value to GBP 6,202,514. The contracting authority is identified as the Wolverhampton Cluster, managed through Bantock Primary School in Wolverhampton.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in catering services, particularly those focusing on educational institutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to compete, suggesting a favourable environment for businesses aiming to expand their market in the public sector. The long-term contract provides a stable revenue stream and the potential for businesses to build lasting relationships with the schools within the cluster. Companies with experience in large-scale catering operations and the ability to meet specific dietary and service requirements for schools will find this opportunity well-suited for their capabilities and growth aspirations.

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Notice Title

Wolverhampton Cluster ~ Catering Tender

Notice Description

Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: ii.1.5 Instead of: 31,012,514 Read: 6,202,514 The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for the following Schools within the Wolverhampton Cluster.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-69a5e182-f86f-422d-83d3-15a005e75655
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/caff8295-9647-49a7-9f36-e06de3232e92
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted 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
£31,012,514 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2030 Over 5 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
WOLVERHAMPTON CLUSTER ~ CATERING TENDER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WOLVERHAMPTON
Postcode
WV3 0HY
Post Town
Wolverhampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG39 Wolverhampton
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Wolverhampton
Electoral Ward
Graiseley
Westminster Constituency
Wolverhampton West

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