Tender

CA16738 - Learning Community Trust Tender for Catering Services

LEARNING COMMUNITY TRUST

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Tender

14 Nov 2025 at 10:15

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Learning Community Trust, based in Telford, is currently in the tender stage of procuring catering services for its schools. This open procedure, identified by the title "CA16738 - Learning Community Trust Tender for Catering Services," falls under the industry category of School Catering Services (CPV: 55524000). The procurement process commenced on 14th November 2025, with interested suppliers needing to submit their tenders by 15th December 2025. The contract is set to begin on 1st August 2026 and will conclude on 31st July 2029. The procurement method is open, encouraging broad participation from capable suppliers both within the United Kingdom and internationally.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the catering sector, particularly those that specialise in educational institutions. Given the open procurement method, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage, fostering potential growth by expanding their client base within a trusted organisation. Companies experienced in providing high-quality catering services that meet educational standards and dietary requirements would be well-positioned to compete in this process. Emphasis on competitive pricing and the ability to manage logistics in diverse locations can enhance the chances for businesses to secure this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA16738 - Learning Community Trust Tender for Catering Services

Notice Description

To provide catering services to schools in the Learning Community Trust, Telford. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16738. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16738 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0067d248-add1-41b4-bdf0-e8e20c6d9a8f
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
14 Nov 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 20252 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEARNING COMMUNITY TRUST
Contact Name
Dawn Blount
Contact Email
support@multiquote.com
Contact Phone
0151 482 9230

Buyer Location

Locality
TELFORD
Postcode
TF2 9TW
Post Town
Telford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG21 Telford and Wrekin
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Telford and Wrekin
Electoral Ward
Oakengates & Ketley Bank
Westminster Constituency
Telford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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