Tender

CA17978 - Outsourced Catering Services 5

CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED

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Tender

11 Jun 2026 at 12:21

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Crescent Purchasing Consortium Limited has initiated a tender titled "CA17978 - Outsourced Catering Services 5." This tender falls under the services category, specifically catering services (CPV code 55520000). It aims to establish an open framework for outsourced catering services within education and the broader public sector, using the collective purchasing power of its members to achieve cost savings. The procurement method is an open procedure, utilizing the MultiQuote e-Tendering platform, with the tender period closing on 11th August 2026. The contract will commence on 1st October 2026 and is set to conclude on 30th September 2028. The framework includes numerous regional Lots covering locations such as East Anglia, London, and Scotland, among others, and it welcomes participation from SMEs.

This procurement process offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in catering services, particularly those looking to expand their footprint within the educational and public sectors. With over £1.49 billion on offer across multiple Lots, there is ample room for growth for suppliers who provide competitive pricing and quality service. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to tender, given the emphasis on cost-effective solutions and compliance with sector requirements. Businesses with a strong regional presence or those seeking to broaden their market reach across the UK and internationally are well-suited to compete for this framework.

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Notice Title

CA17978 - Outsourced Catering Services 5

Notice Description

This process is a re-tender of the current Outsourced Catering Services Framework let by CPC and expiring in September 2026. CPC intends to put in place an Open Framework for the appointment of outsourced facilities suppliers who specialise in catering services, across education and also the wider public sector. The purpose of this Framework is to give CPC members a compliant route to market. The collective spending power of Members utilising CPC frameworks is harnessed to drive down costs, which often allows for savings delivery which our membership otherwise would be unable to achieve individually. The Open framework will consist of 3 or 4 frameworks within the series, dependant on extensions. It is intended for the series to conclude on 04/10/2034. CPC will be using the MultiQuote e-Tendering platform to carry out this tender. In order to express your interest in this tender and obtain the tender documents, please register or log in at: https://suppliers.multiquote.com/Page/Login.aspx If you have any issues when using MultiQuote, please contact Elcom Ltd on 020 3920 8054 or email support@elcom.com Includes Lots: Lot 1: Lot 1A: Universities, Colleges, Large MAT's, WPS - East Anglia Lot 2: Lot 1B: Universities, Colleges, Large MAT's, WPS - East Midlands Lot 3: Lot 1C: Universities, Colleges, Large MAT's, WPS - London Lot 4: Lot 1D: Universities, Colleges, Large MAT's, WPS - North East Lot 5: Lot 1E: Universities, Colleges, Large MAT's, WPS - North West Lot 6: Lot 1F: Universities, Colleges, Large MAT's, WPS - South East Lot 7: Lot 1G: Universities, Colleges, Large MAT's, WPS - South West Lot 8: Lot 1H: Universities, Colleges, Large MAT's, WPS - West Midlands Lot 9: Lot 1I: Universities, Colleges, Large MAT's, WPS - Yorkshire Lot 10: Lot 1J: Universities, Colleges, Large MAT's, WPS - England Lot 11: Lot 1K: Universities, Colleges, Large MAT's, WPS - Northern Ireland Lot 12: Lot 1L: Universities, Colleges, Large MAT's, WPS - Scotland Lot 13: Lot 1M: Universities, Colleges, Large MAT's, WPS - Wales Lot 14: Lot 2A: Academies, Schools, Small MAT's - East Anglia Lot 15: Lot 2B: Academies, Schools, Small MAT's - East Midlands To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17978. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17978 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a02ec2b3-400c-45f9-a86f-8eaf35bbbaaf
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82f68e72-842f-43f2-b2de-6f692393a187
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

55520000 - Catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,499,999,982 £1B-£10B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
11 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 2-3 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
CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M6 6AJ
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Pendleton & Charlestown
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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