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CA15441 - Advantage Schools: Outsourced Catering Services

ADVANTAGE SCHOOLS(OLD)

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28 May 2025 at 15:57

Summary of the contracting process

Advantage Schools, a reputable educational trust based in Bedford, England, recently concluded a procurement process for outsourced catering services under the title "CA15441 - Advantage Schools: Outsourced Catering Services". This contract falls within the catering services industry category, as classified under CPV 55520000. The procurement utilised an open procedure and involved services needed at five schools within the trust. The award stage was completed on 28 May 2025, following the tender period that ended on 1 May 2025. The awarded contract, held by Chartwells, spans from 1 August 2025 to 31 July 2028, providing ample duration for contractual obligations and service delivery. The opportunity covers multiple locations, with service implementation primarily in the United Kingdom.

This contract presents a strategic opportunity for growth for businesses in the catering sector, particularly those capable of servicing large educational institutions. The open procedure allows for transparency and wide participation, making it an ideal chance for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to demonstrate their capabilities and secure a high-profile contract. Given the nature of the services and the scale involved, businesses with a solid track record in catering and a focus on regional or national operations would find this contract especially beneficial. Additionally, with the potential for future similar tenders, successful collaboration with Advantage Schools could enhance visibility and credibility in the educational services market.

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Notice Title

CA15441 - Advantage Schools: Outsourced Catering Services

Notice Description

Advantage Schools are seeking a catering service provider for five of the schools in the Trust: - Bedford Free School - Elstow School - Houstone School - Queen's Park Academy - Laburnum Primary School To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA15441. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA15441 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ee5baa4e-337f-4b62-b1e1-eaeb95d72ff5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0eae32aa-a1fa-4a34-87d6-375ffbad4a23
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ADVANTAGE SCHOOLS(OLD)
Contact Name
Mary Bee
Contact Email
support@multiquote.com
Contact Phone
0151 482 9230

Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORD
Postcode
MK44 3RZ
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Kingsbrook
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CHARTWELLS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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