Tender

CA16997 - Cradle Hill CP School _ East Sussex

CRADLE HILL COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL

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Tender

13 Jan 2026 at 08:18

Summary of the contracting process

Cradle Hill Community Primary School in Seaford, East Sussex, is inviting tenders for a professional contract caterer to supply school meals. The tender, titled "CA16997 - Cradle Hill CP School", falls under the industry category of "School meals" (CPV 15894210) and operates through an open procurement method. The tender is currently in the tender stage, with significant key dates, including a tender period end date set for 19th March 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st August 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2029, covering various delivery locations within the United Kingdom and globally, according to the addresses provided.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses looking to expand in the catering industry, particularly those specialising in fresh and nutritious meal production. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that focus on child-centric catering services, healthy eating, and support of pupil wellbeing could find this project particularly beneficial. As the tender emphasises high quality and alignment with community values, businesses with a strong ethos in promoting nutritious school meals will likely have a competitive edge. Engaging in this contract can facilitate significant business growth within the educational sector, amplifying market presence for successful bidders.

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Notice Title

CA16997 - Cradle Hill CP School _ East Sussex

Notice Description

Cradle Hill Community Primary School is seeking a professional contract caterer to create, produce, and serve fresh, nutritious, and imaginative lunches for pupils and staff. The successful provider will deliver a high?quality, child?focused catering service that promotes healthy eating, supports pupil wellbeing, and reflects the school's values and community ethos. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16997. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16997 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cd8d7b7f-65e8-4d0d-ac70-0258725d730d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ffce7bf9-3415-4040-bf77-ae15dea157b3
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products


CPV Codes

15894210 - School meals

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CRADLE HILL COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
support@multiquote.com
Contact Phone
0151 482 9230

Buyer Location

Locality
SEAFORD
Postcode
BN25 3BA
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Seaford North
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Further Information

Notice Documents

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