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Rutland Learning Trust - School Meals Service

MATRICULATE CONSULTING LTD

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03 Jun 2021 at 16:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The Rutland Learning Trust, spearheaded by Matriculate Consulting Ltd, has completed a procurement process for a School Meals Service catering to 1,750 pupils across 12 primary schools and one special school in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The tender, titled "Rutland Learning Trust - School Meals Service," was pursued under a selective procurement method known as the restricted procedure, in accordance with the Public Contract Regulations 2015. The tender period concluded on 5th March 2021, while the contract is set to commence on 1st August 2021, running through to 31st July 2026, with a total contract value of £2,245,000 GBP. Key dates, such as the award announcement on 21st May 2021, are integral to this process.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the catering industry, particularly those with expertise in school meals and large-scale catering services. Companies that are capable of managing diverse needs across multiple school sites will find this a fitting avenue to expand their operations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as these contracts are well-suited for businesses looking to grow within the educational sector. The opportunity also encompasses catering firms that can demonstrate experience and reliability in delivering high-quality services tailored for educational environments.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Rutland Learning Trust - School Meals Service

Notice Description

The Rutland Learning Trust, Oakham CofE Primary and The Parks School are running a joint procurement process. The Schools are voluntarily following the restricted procedure as set out within the Public Contract Regulations 2015 (PCR), however please note that this is considered a contract under the Light Touch Regime and therefore they are not obliged to follow the full scope of the PCR. They are looking for contractors to demonstrate their experience and expertise to manage the catering services for 1750 pupils across 12 primary schools and 1 special school with effect from 1st August 2021 All the schools have their own kitchen - with the exception of The Parks School (which is on the same site as Oakham Primary) Annual turnover is approximately 475,000 GBP Catering services are currently provided by three caterers. The following schools are included in this tender exercise The Rutland Learning Trust: -Ketton CofE Primary -St Nicholas CE Primary -Whissenden CE Primary -Langham CE Primary -Exton and Greetham CE Primary School -Cottesmore Academy -Uppingham CofE Primary* -Great Casterton -Glapthorn CE Primary -Polebrook CE Primary -Empingham CE Primary Oakham CofE Primary and The Parks School *Uppingham CofE Primary will join the contract on 1st August 2022

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9bf7fa02-549d-40ec-91ef-e65b425e09e5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b6e7b57-6159-45a5-b1f7-f82ab5d5f076
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

15894210 - School meals

55524000 - School catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,245,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,250,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 May 20214 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2021 - 31 Jul 2026 Over 5 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
MATRICULATE CONSULTING LTD
Contact Name
Lucy Horner
Contact Email
tenders@matriculateconsulting.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7342951449

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN5 4DQ
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Purton
Westminster Constituency
South Cotswolds

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LOVE FOOD JM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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