Planning

Catering and Hospitality Services

THE CONSORTIUM ACADEMY TRUST

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Planning

27 Jun 2024 at 15:04

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Consortium Academy Trust is planning a procurement process for Catering and Hospitality Services, aimed at appointing a provider for 8 schools in the Hull & East Riding of Yorkshire area. The contract is for a three-year term starting from 1st August 2025, with possible extension for up to two years. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a budget breakdown available for the years 2025/2026, 2026/2027, and 2027/2028. The Trust is seeking proactive suppliers who can enhance catering services, support their values, and ensure a high-quality dining environment for students and staff.

This opportunity is well-suited for businesses that specialise in school catering services or related hospitality services. The procurement method being used is selective, following a restricted procedure above the threshold. The Consortium Academy Trust, located in Cottingham, England, is actively seeking tenders that align with their objectives of providing healthy and fresh food options, maintaining high service standards, and supporting animal welfare considerations. Businesses with a focus on innovation, proactive management, and complementing the Trust's values are encouraged to bid for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Catering and Hospitality Services

Notice Description

The Consortium Academy Trust is looking to appoint a Provider for the provision of Catering Services at 8 of their schools in the Hull & East Riding of Yorkshire area. The Contract being Tendered is for a three year term, from 01 August 2025 until 31 July 2028, with the option to extend the Contract term for a further term of up to two years. The Consortium Academy Trust objectives: * To secure a Catering service that is well managed and requires minimal involvement from the Schools' management teams. * To further develop the standards of a healthy, fresh food provision with a range of options to for those with dietary or ethical requirements. * To increase the standard of service for all customers. * To receive a consistently high-quality catering provision, via a motivated and fully Staffed workforce. * To generate a welcoming and efficient dining and social environment for all Students. * To receive proactive management support for the catering teams, in order to achieve and retain a full complement of motivated Staff. * To ensure animal welfare and ethical considerations are reflected in the food source. * To hold regular review meetings with the chosen Supplier and ensure communication is prompt and responsive. * To achieve overall value for money. The Tender project is seeking to appoint a Supplier: - * Who will be proactive in the management of the Contract. * Who will ensure that the Catering team are enhanced moving forward into the new Contract term. * Who will review the current range of services in place and make any additional recommendations accordingly. * Who will enable the continued development of the Catering service. * Whose initiative and innovation will be welcomed for the provision of Catering services within the facilities of the Trust's Schools, resulting in a pleasant environment for both the Students and Staff. * Who will evidence, through their bid, how they shall support and complement the Trust's values and support the principles of Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91211b69-530f-4df8-a72d-42ce1cd5fc20
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
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
27 Jun 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 Jun 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CONSORTIUM ACADEMY TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COTTINGHAM
Postcode
HU16 5PX
Post Town
Hull
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE12 East Riding of Yorkshire
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
East Riding of Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
Cottingham North
Westminster Constituency
Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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