Tender

Project Tide

UNIVERSITY OF KENT

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Tender

18 Jul 2024 at 15:38

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Kent has initiated a tender process named "Project Tide" to enhance operational efficiency in its Catering Department as part of the Kent 2030 strategy. The University is looking for a third-party contract caterer to provide comprehensive catering services across multiple outlets, focusing on high-quality food and beverage options that cater to various dietary needs. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with a deadline for submissions on 19th August 2024, and the contract period is set to run from 2nd January 2025 to 1st January 2032 in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender from the University of Kent presents a significant opportunity for experienced contract catering providers to partner with a prestigious institution and support its mission to enhance the student and staff experience on campus. Businesses specialising in modern catering solutions, menu innovation, facility upgrades, and customer-centric service approaches are well-suited to compete for this contract. The University is seeking proposals that demonstrate creativity, solution-oriented approaches, and a commitment to aligning with the strategic goals outlined in the Kent 2030 vision.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Project Tide

Notice Description

Project Tide, is a key initiative under the Commercial Services and Estates contributions to the Kent 2030 strategy, that is designed to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the University's operations. This project specifically targets the Catering Department by seeking a reputable third-party contract caterer to partner with. This strategic move will enable the University to focus on its core educational offerings while leveraging the expertise and capabilities of a specialised partner. As part of the Kent 2030 strategy, Commercial Services and Estates are dedicated to delivering an exceptional student experience and adding value on campus. The University is seeking an experienced contract catering provider who will allow the University to redirect resources towards key change requirements, implement its catering strategy, enhance customer experience through technological advancements and modernised offering. This partnership will promote agility in catering capabilities, aligning with the broader goals of Kent 2030. The scope of works encompasses several key areas. Service provision will involve comprehensive catering across multiple outlets, offering a diverse range of high-quality food and beverage options that cater to various dietary needs and preferences and enhance the student and staff experience across the campus. The university seeks a third-Party provider who can be innovative with investments in modernisation through refurbishments, systems and facility upgrades, and the adoption of new and creative food service and presentation methods. The University is looking for proposals that demonstrate the ability to create, develop and deliver solutions to meet our objectives. We understand that the proposals and tender can only share indicative deliverables and that a discovery phase will be required to outline final deliverables.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e1bb07eb-f619-49f0-9810-56c747ca8c36
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2724eacd-39a5-4341-a70a-e7e54436110d
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
18 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Jan 2025 - 1 Jan 2032 Over 5 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
UNIVERSITY OF KENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY, KENT
Postcode
CT2 7NZ
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Blean Forest
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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