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2036 The Provision of Catering Consultant at De Montfort University, Leicester. - AWARD

DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY

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30 Jan 2024 at 21:04

Summary of the contracting process

The award has been granted to Panache Creative Ltd T/A Panache Consultancy for the provision of catering consultancy services at De Montfort University in Leicester. De Montfort University (DMU) is aiming to enhance its catering services to meet the diverse needs of around 23,000 students. The consultancy will involve developing a contract renewal strategy, tender review, and overseeing the transition to a new catering provider. Key project milestones include the start in August/September 2023 and practical completion in August 2026.

This tender opportunity at De Montfort University presents a chance for businesses in the catering services sector to showcase their expertise in providing high-quality, customer-focused services in an educational setting. SMEs with experience in catering consultancy may find this opportunity particularly suitable for participation. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing fair competition for interested suppliers. The deadline for tender submissions is the 17th of July 2023.

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Notice Title

2036 The Provision of Catering Consultant at De Montfort University, Leicester. - AWARD

Notice Description

De Montfort University (DMU) seeks to engage a suitably qualified and experienced Consultant to carry out the following catering service: De Montfort University (DMU) has a diverse student population of circa 23,000. Chartwells, part of the Compass UK and Ireland Group, have provided the catering service at DMU since 2003 and the current contract expires on 31st July 2026. The current provision includes 7 units, comprising of coffee shops, retail shop, staff lounge, Subway and the main campus Food Village. DMU are seeking support from a catering consultant to provide expertise and specialist advice on o to oversee the creation of a contract renewal strategy, solutions, creation of a detailed specification, tender review and contract mobilisation plus phasing and implementation of the outgoing/incoming service providers. o Provide regular updates via reports and RAG status. o planning and preparation for the retender (including internal stakeholder engagement), o analysis and assessment of tender submissions and awarding a new contract. The objective is to appoint a catering provider that delivers a high quality, customer focused service that meets the diverse needs of students, leading to high satisfaction levels and value for money as well as being commercially viable. It is expected that the catering consultant will be appointed in August/September 2023, with support required through to the commencement of the new contract in August 2026. The intended key project dates are as follows:- Start on Project - August/September 2023 Practical Completion - August 2026 Full details of the University's requirements can be found in the attached tender pack

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc9b6459-f49d-472c-950c-817cd4d2b57f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award 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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jan 20242 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2024 - 31 Aug 2026 2-3 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
DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
James West
Contact Email
james.west@dmu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0116 257 7935

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 9BH
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PANACHE CREATIVE LTD T/A PANACHE CONSULTANCY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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