Tender

CA16761 - UCG - CATERING OPTIONS FEASIBILITY STUCY

UNITED COLLEGES GROUP

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Tender

19 Nov 2025 at 08:03

Summary of the contracting process

The United Colleges Group has initiated an open procurement process titled "CA16761 - UCG - CATERING OPTIONS FEASIBILITY STUDY". This tender seeks to explore the feasibility of in-house catering services, with an emphasis on studying various options within this domain. Classified under the industry category of catering and feasibility study services, this opportunity is designed primarily for businesses within these areas. The tender process is currently active and follows an open procedure, with a submission deadline set for 9th December 2025 at 17:00 GMT. Located in London, England, specifically at the Paddington Green Campus, this procurement offers a clear timeline, with the intended contract period stretching from 5th January 2026 to 27th February 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in catering services, canteen management, and feasibility studies, to expand their operations and establish a partnership with an educational institution. The process is open to participation by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), providing an inclusive platform for growth. Companies with expertise in providing comprehensive catering solutions, and those experienced in conducting viability assessments, are well-positioned to compete in this bidding process. The alignment with the United Colleges Group could present long-term benefits and potential for further collaborations in the public sector, signalling a strategic avenue for business growth.

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Notice Title

CA16761 - UCG - CATERING OPTIONS FEASIBILITY STUCY

Notice Description

UCG - CATERING OPTIONS FEASIBILITY STUCY - VIABILITY OF IN HOUSE OFFERING To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16761. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16761 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-96865ccc-bc34-44b2-9dff-6adb4556cdd2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cdce63f0-3d78-404b-8970-65fe5bf3c6fe
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

55500000 - Canteen and catering services

55512000 - Canteen management services

55520000 - Catering services

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

79314000 - Feasibility study

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 27 Feb 2026 1-6 months
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
UNITED COLLEGES GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W2 1NB
Post Town
West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Little Venice
Westminster Constituency
Queen's Park and Maida Vale

Further Information

Notice Documents

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