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Attigo Academy Trust Catering Tender 2026

PROCUREMENT FOR SCHOOLS LTD

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

23 Mar 2026 at 16:19

Award Notice
Tender

19 Jan 2026 at 22:14

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

PROCUREMENT FOR SCHOOLS LTD initiated a tender process titled "Attigo Academy Trust Catering Tender 2026", seeking a caterer to provide nutritionally balanced hot meals across its academies. The awarding stage was completed on 23rd March 2026, and the contract, valued at £4,000,000, begins on 1st August 2026, ending on 31st July 2029. The procurement follows an open procedure method for services classified under CPV code 55524000, aimed at school catering services, with a focus on SMEs. Five academies in Enfield, London (postcode EN1 4UF), are included, with a requirement for caterers to meet food standards set by The Education (Academy Food Regulations) (England) 2014.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in school catering services, especially those with experience and references from similar educational institutions. With the contract spanning three years and encompassing multiple academies, it offers a substantial growth opportunity for caterers looking to expand their market presence in the educational sector. It is particularly suited for SMEs that can ensure compliance with the specific nutrient standards outlined for academy meals. Potential bidders should possess the operational capacity and quality benchmarks required by the procuring authority to thrive in this lucrative contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Attigo Academy Trust Catering Tender 2026

Notice Description

The Attigo Academy Trust require a caterer to provide every pupil, member of staff and guests at the Trust who so requires a nutritionally balanced hot meal at lunchtime that meets the food standards as laid out by 2014 No. 1603 The Education (The Requirement for Academy Food Regulations (England) 2014. There are 5 existing (could be 6) academies that will require your catering service, All 5 academies have kitchens and TUPE data is included as part of the tender pack. Due to the value of the opportunity, we require experienced caterers who have 5 school references to include as part of the Supplier Questionnaire. Please contact our procurement consultant Mr. Mike Newell at Procurement for Schools to request the tender pack: mnewell@procurementforschools.com Additional information: Please contact our procurement consultant Mr. Mike Newell at mnewell@procurementforschools.com

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84d6284a-5b03-4d18-9bb1-717836dc14c8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55524000 - School catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PROCUREMENT FOR SCHOOLS LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EN1 4UF
Post Town
Enfield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI54 Enfield
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Enfield
Electoral Ward
Whitewebbs
Westminster Constituency
Enfield North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DOLCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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