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10 Apr 2021 at 12:35

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "S4S Cluster 7" is managed by Services for Schools Ltd (S4S) and involves the provision of catering services to 13 schools located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The contract is valued at £4 million and was awarded using a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure. The tender period concluded on 15 February 2021, with the contract starting on 1 April 2021 and running through to 31 March 2026. This contract addresses the need for school catering services in the educational sector.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in catering services, particularly those that can demonstrate experience in the education sector. Companies classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, as they are well-suited to provide tailored services that meet the specific needs of schools. The engagement with Services for Schools Ltd (S4S) not only allows for the expansion of business portfolios within the public sector but also fosters innovation and high-quality service delivery to enhance student experiences in these schools.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

S4S Cluster 7

Notice Description

The successful Supplier(s) will be required to provide catering services at the 13 Schools, which have been split into 2 lots. Services 4 Schools (S4S) Ltd have been commissioned by the school cluster Clients to coordinate this project to ensure "Best Value" is achieved in both financial and qualitative terms moving forwards into this contract term

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b748f2f1-ba74-4f49-876e-e2437bb6bdcb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4e17a4-c21a-4848-a2bb-f52b3c64f97f
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

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55524000 - School catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Feb 20215 years ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2021 - 31 Mar 2026 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Services for Schools Ltd (S4S)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WOLVERHAMPTON
Postcode
WV10 6TA
Postcode Area
Wolverhampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG39 Wolverhampton
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Wolverhampton
Electoral Ward
Bushbury North
Westminster Constituency
Wolverhampton North East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

Shire Services

abm Catering Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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