Tender

Learning Academies Trust Catering Tender 2026 (Plymouth)

PROCUREMENT FOR SCHOOLS LTD

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TenderAmendment

20 Mar 2026 at 16:30

Tender Notice
TenderAmendment

11 Mar 2026 at 10:19

Tender Notice
Tender

10 Mar 2026 at 23:22

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Learning Academies Trust in Plymouth is currently in the tender amendment stage for its Catering Tender 2026. The trust, consisting of 18 academies, seeks a skilled catering contractor to provide high-quality catering services. The overarching goal is to improve catering services with a focus on nutritious meals for students and staff. Procured through an open procedure above the threshold, this services procurement spans from 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2030. The procurement, valued at £8,000,000, is open until 29 May 2026. Located in the South West of the United Kingdom, the tender is classified under the school meals category with Mr. Mike Newell serving as the procurement consultant. The buyer responsible for this tender is PROCUREMENT FOR SCHOOLS LTD.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in catering, particularly those experienced in the education sector. Companies with a strong history in managing large-scale catering operations and a commitment to delivering consistent quality will find this tender appealing. The contract allows for a consistent revenue stream and offers the potential for innovative catering solutions. To be well-suited, businesses should have robust management structures, a reliable quality assurance process, and creativity in menu development. Although not specifically tailored for SMEs or voluntary, community, and social enterprises, businesses with the capability to meet the Trust's high standards for food quality and service are encouraged to demonstrate their expertise and compete for this opportunity to grow their portfolio within the education industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Learning Academies Trust Catering Tender 2026 (Plymouth)

Notice Description

The Learning Academies Trust, comprising 18 academies across Plymouth, is seeking to appoint a professional and experienced catering contractor to deliver high-quality catering services across its schools. The Trust is looking for a provider with a strong track record of managing catering operations of a similar scale within the education sector and the capability to deliver consistent, nutritious, and appealing food for pupils and staff. Through this tender process, the Trust aims to enhance its catering provision by partnering with a contractor who shares its commitment to high food standards, excellent service delivery, and continuous improvement. The successful provider will be expected to demonstrate effective management structures, robust quality assurance processes, and an innovative approach to menu development that supports healthy eating and a positive dining experience across all academies The daily combined average uptake is 2.8k meals. There are 63 staff where LGPS applies. To access the tender pack, please contact our procurement consultant Mr. Mike Newell at mnewell@procurementforschools.com Additional information: To access the tender pack, please contact our procurement consultant Mr. Mike Newell at mnewell@procurementforschools.com

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36042604-9d91-4f20-a524-031e48dc188d
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

CPV Codes

15894210 - School meals

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2030 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
PROCUREMENT FOR SCHOOLS LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL4 8QZ
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
Sutton and Mount Gould
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

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Notice Documents

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