Tender

School Catering Framework Contract for NLPSG Schools

RPJ3 GROUP

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Tender

10 Jun 2021 at 16:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The RPJ3 Group is seeking to establish a School Catering Framework Contract for primary and secondary schools located in North Lincolnshire. This tender, classified under school catering services, is currently in the tender stage, with the deadline for submission set for 9th July 2021. The successful bidders will commence service on 1st April 2022, with a contract duration of up to five years, including two optional one-year extensions. The procurement method chosen for this process is selective, specifically the restricted procedure, aimed at sourcing 2-3 providers for this multi-supplier framework.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in catering services, particularly those with experience in the educational sector. Companies that focus on delivering quality meal services tailored to the needs of schools will find this particularly relevant. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the framework is designed to promote competitive options while providing flexibility to accommodate the unique requirements of each school within the group. Successful bidders will not only gain access to a long-term contract but also enhance their portfolio within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

School Catering Framework Contract for NLPSG Schools

Notice Description

RPJ3 Group are seeking to procure a number of providers for a multi-supplier framework for catering services for a group of primary schools and one secondary school in North Lincolnshire (NLPSG). The main objective of this procurement exercise is to deliver the procurement of a framework that will enable RPJ3 Group to source catering services for the group of schools.There will be at least initially 9 schools in this framework which will be subject of direct award, with other schools using a later call off.It should be noted that it is not mandatory for the schools to use this framework. Schools will only call off from this agreement if they have a requirement to do so. It is envisaged the number of caterers on the framework will be between 2-3The provision of the service must demonstrate the best value approach and be flexible in its delivery and operation to ensure that the needs and ethos of individual schools are supported.This framework process is targeted to have a catering contract in place to commence in April 2022. Please note that this process covers all catering services within the schools with full tender costings and proposals for the 9 schools for a contract start in April 2022. These details will be further explained in the ITT documents. The process will include the creation of a select bidder list following analysis of SQ documents (within which the scoring criteria is included). Following the analysis of SQ's the selected bidders will be invited to attend site surveys and tender briefing initially planned for late September 2021. Tender responses deadline is planned as mid-October 2021 and it is envisaged that interviews will take place in late November 2021. The contract will be for a 3 +1 +1 period (5 years in total including the option to extend for 1 + 1years).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17e5d307-8dc7-4d9a-9acb-1e7cdd2f6878
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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
10 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2025 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
RPJ3 GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTH LINCOLNSHIRE
Postcode
DN18 5AW
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE13 North and North East Lincolnshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
North Lincolnshire
Electoral Ward
Barton
Westminster Constituency
Brigg and Immingham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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