Tender

CBC-1809-T-TS St Andrews C of E VC Lower School Catering Services

CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

11 Sep 2025 at 10:55

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Central Bedfordshire Council has issued a tender for catering services at St Andrews C of E VC Lower School. This procurement falls under the industry category of "School catering services" with the CPV code 55524000. The tender has been initiated as an open procedure, inviting bids from interested parties. The procurement stage is currently active, with the submission deadline set for 8th October 2025. The contract is expected to commence on 5th January 2026 for an initial term of three years, with options for two one-year extensions. The services are to be delivered within the United Kingdom and other specified territories, and any potential bidders are advised to adhere to the specified word count limits and utilise the In-tend portal for communications.

This tender provides an opportunity for businesses specialising in catering, particularly those with experience in providing services to educational institutions, to expand their portfolio within the public sector. The open procedure means it is accessible to a wide array of businesses; however, it is not specifically targeted at small or third-sector enterprises. Businesses with robust infrastructure capable of covering the geographical scope and successfully managing school catering services would find this tender particularly appealing. Engaging in such a contract can facilitate growth by enhancing reputation and securing long-term relationships with public sector clients.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CBC-1809-T-TS St Andrews C of E VC Lower School Catering Services

Notice Description

St Andrews C of E VC Lower School Catering Services Please read and follow the information and guidance supplied below and within the Tender documents, this will help with your tender submission. Word count limits apply, any information going over will not be considered. Respond to ALL questions. Additional documents or information not required will be disregarded. Please note timeline with regards to questions and submission dates. All communications, correspondences and clarifications must be sent via the In-tend portal. Do not contact the Service area for information, please use the correspondence facility Regularly view the Clarification tab for updates or responses to questions received by bidders. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all bidders (if not Private and Confidential), this to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. Avoid uploading your return just prior to closing deadline as you may incur IT issues and we will not accept Tender Returns via e-mail. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification on, please contact the Procurement lead using the correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Opting In To inform us of your decision to participate and to be able to submit a tender you will be required to Opt In. Opting In will confirm to us of your involvement and your intention to submit a tender return. Opting Out Will confirm that you are no longer interested in submitting a tender return. You will be able to provide a reason as to your decision if you wish. This will cease any system-generated communications. You will be able to opt back in at any point. Target contract commencement date: 5th January 2026 Contract term: 3 years (+1+1 optional) Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56ce693b-d092-449f-9e28-20dbfc4fcffe
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
Not specified
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
11 Sep 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 4 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Tina Sanders
Contact Email
tina.sanders@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07393 782811

Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORDSHIRE
Postcode
SG17 5TQ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Shefford
Westminster Constituency
Hitchin

Further Information

Notice Documents

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