Tender

Provision of Catering Services

PARADIGM TRUST

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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14 Jan 2019 at 14:59

TenderAmendment

14 Jan 2019 at 14:52

Tender

14 Jan 2019 at 14:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Paradigm Trust is currently soliciting bids for the "Provision of Catering Services," targeted at organisations in the catering industry. This tender is at the active stage as part of an open procurement method that allows a wide range of bidders to participate. The final date for submissions is set for 11th February 2019. The contract period is expected to commence on 23rd April 2019 and will last for an initial term of three years, with a potential extension for an additional year contingent on contract reviews. Delivery is required in the East of England and London, UK.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in catering services to expand their reach and client base, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies that can demonstrate innovative catering solutions and meet specific criteria outlined in the tender documents are well-positioned to compete effectively. Furthermore, businesses keen to partner with a notable authority like Paradigm Trust can enhance their profile within the public sector, thereby fostering potential growth avenues and long-term partnerships.

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Notice Title

Provision of Catering Services

Notice Description

Paradigm Trust (the "Authority") is issuing this invitation to tender ("ITT") to contractors ("Bidders") in connection with the competitive procurement of Catering Services. Each Bidder's response ("Tender") should be detailed enough to allow the Authority to make an informed award decision. The Authority intends to award a contract for an initial period of 3 years with the option to extend for a further year, subject to contract reviews. The preferred suppliers will be appointed in March 2019 to begin their contract from April 2019. The winning Bidder will be expected to provide Catering Services for the Authority as described in the specification. Bidders are invited to access the Tender documentation within the e-Tendering Portal. The procurement documents including the full specification are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at: https://public.bravosolution.co.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId%3D40963&sa=D&source=hangouts&ust=1547563693228000&usg=AFQjCNHa5CZY3SHgiQxhspBQAX6ufqO-Gw Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d601ef18-9d6a-463c-9d30-449e1fd94ee2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5aa59232-3448-4b86-8065-818bcf1e229d
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 (above threshold)
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
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jan 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Feb 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Apr 2019 - 22 Apr 2022 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
PARADIGM TRUST
Contact Name
Nathan Stone
Contact Email
nathan.stone@paradigmtrust.org
Contact Phone
01473356250

Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP3 0SP
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Priory Heath
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

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