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The Maplesden Noakes School ~ Catering Tender

THE MAPLESDEN NOAKES SCHOOL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

28 Jul 2021 at 15:15

Tender

03 Feb 2021 at 16:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the catering services at The Maplesden Noakes School in Maidstone, Kent is currently classified as active. This tender, titled "The Maplesden Noakes School ~ Catering Tender," is a selective procurement process aimed at providing comprehensive catering services for an expanding student population of approximately 1500. The contract is scheduled to run for three years, starting from 1st August 2021, with the potential for a two-year extension, concluding on 31st July 2026. Interested suppliers should note that submissions must be completed by the deadline of 8th March 2021.

This contract presents significant opportunities for small or medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in catering services, particularly those that can offer innovative and healthy food options. The successful bidder will be instrumental in shaping the catering experience for both students and staff, aligning with the school’s ethos of quality education. Companies with expertise in educational catering, particularly those experienced in developing menus that cater to diverse dietary needs, will find this tender particularly appealing. The value of the contract is estimated at over £1 million, emphasising the substantial revenue potential for the chosen provider.

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Notice Title

The Maplesden Noakes School ~ Catering Tender

Notice Description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for The Maplesden Noakes School.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Maplesden Noakes School is an 11-19 Secondary School in Maidstone, Kent, serving a catchment area in Mid Kent. In February 2012, the School became an Academy. It is currently in the process of expanding its roll and has been expanding by an additional form of entry since 2017 with a view to expanding its capacity by two forms of entry by September 2021. The School also has a thriving and expanding Sixth Form and once all year groups are at capacity the school will have a student roll of 1500 students. The School has been undertaking an expansion plan for the last 3 years and this includes the expansion of the catering hall to accommodate the increase in student numbers as well as a 3-storey new build, Sixth Form additional Learning resource area and additional teaching spaces. The tender project is seeking to appoint a Contractor whose initiative and innovation will be welcomed for the provision of service within both the facilities for the current 1244 students on roll and 147 teaching and support staff, with a focus on exciting new food concepts to satisfy a wide range of pupil tastes and dietary requirements. The School would wish the successful contractor to review the current range of services offered and make recommendations accordingly, especially with regards to the Sixth Form offer. The contract being tendered is for three years in duration from 1st August 2021 to 31st July 2024 with an opportunity for a further extension of contract of up to an additional 2 years (until July 2026) and will operate as a Guaranteed Performance Contract, with the successful Contractor offering the School a guaranteed return / cost per annum for the provision of catering services. Sovereignty of the cash tariff is to remain with The Maplesden Noakes School for the duration of this contract. The School year is based on a calendar of 195 days. Five days are to be used for staff professional development which means that School will be open to receive students for the legal minimum of 190 days. The contract offered covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the School, which currently includes morning breaks, lunch, hospitality and free issue requirements. Free School meals and hospitality will be charged based on consumption and at net food cost. Whilst the School prioritises value for money as a key objective of the Competitive Tender Process, the Governing body is not obliged to accept the lowest price. The value of the term of the contract is PS1,010,791.75 (this is the total annual sales as above x 5 for the 5 maximum years of the contract) based on current student numbers during this period but the school has a rising roll which by the 5th year of the contract will increase to approx. 1500 students). The Maplesden Noakes School expects the successful contractor to enable the continued development of catering through the provision of an innovative, healthy food service, with fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients being prepared on-site. The School expects the successful tenderer to evidence, through their bid, how they shall support and complement its values and support the principles of Every Child Matters. The School believes that success should be celebrated and that students should enjoy their time at school; if lessons are stimulating and challenging then students will love learning. As a school who are continually seeking ways to improve and develop the ethos and environment for students and staff, to give them the facilities they deserve and need to meet the challenges of the 21st Century, any consideration regarding inward capital investment as part of the Contractor's tender submission would be welcomed particularly in regard to the Sixth Form provision Please be advised that this contract will be let on a 3 + 2 years basis. Please see the SQ document for more details.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-028ffa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017968-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55524000 - School catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,010,791 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,010,791 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,660,085 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jun 20214 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2021 - 31 Jul 2026 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE MAPLESDEN NOAKES SCHOOL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@litmuspartnership.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1276673880

Buyer Location

Locality
KENT
Postcode
ME16 0TJ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Allington & Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CUCINA RESTAURANTS

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