This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

16 Sep 2021 at 15:41

Tender

04 Feb 2021 at 15:49

Summary of the contracting process

River Learning Trust, an education institution based in Kidlington, is seeking tenders for "Catering Services" to provide comprehensive food services across several schools in Oxfordshire. This procurement falls under the category of school catering services (CPV code 55524000) and is currently at the active tendering stage, with the deadline for submissions set for the 8th of March 2021. The procurement is being conducted using a selective method under the restricted procedure, allowing bidders to submit proposals for multiple lots spanning an initial three-year period with options for two additional 12-month extensions.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialised in catering services, particularly those with experience in school environments. Companies that offer diverse meal options, can adhere to food safety standards, and demonstrate the ability to customize services according to individual school requirements will be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, the structure of the tendering allows both small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and larger firms to participate, fostering a competitive environment across multiple lots, thus enhancing the chance for service providers to engage with a substantial contract value of up to £13,585,000.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

River Learning Trust - Catering Services

Notice Description

River Learning Trust are currently out to tender for the provision of Catering Services.The Contractors will be responsible for the provision of a full school food catering service for the pupils and staff at the schools. This will consist of breakfast, morning break, after school club a full lunch service for each school day. The Trust has chosen to offer the contracts through a number of Lots. Bidders are able to bid on one, some or all Lots. The Lots have been constructed to maximise competition, to enable bidders of all types to submit and with consideration of the school types and geographic locations. It is important for bidders to note that whilst the schools have been allocated in Lots it is imperative that their own individual requirements are considered and delivered on. Full details for every school are contained in the tender documentation.

Lot Information

River Learning Trust - Lot 1

Lot 1:The Oxford Academy, Sandy Lane West, Littlemore, Oxford, OX4 6JZWheatley Park School, Holton, Oxford, OX33 1QHPlease see tender documentation for full details of each school's requirements. Additional information: The duration detailed above includes the initial term of three years as well as the two optional contract extension periods of 12 months each.

Options: The contract will be awarded for an initial period of three years with two possible extensions of 12 months meaning a maximum contract length of five years.

River Learning Trust - Lot 2

Lot 2:Gosford Hill School, Oxford Road, Kidlington, Oxfordshire, OX5 2NTChipping Norton School, Burford Road, Chipping Norton, OX7 5DYPlease see tender documentation for full details of each school's requirements. Additional information: The duration detailed above includes the initial term of three years as well as the two optional contract extension periods of 12 months each.

Options: The contract will be awarded for an initial period of three years with two possible extensions of 12 months meaning a maximum contract length of five years.

River Learning Trust - Lot 3

Lot 3Kingsdown SchoolSeven Fields Primary SchoolPlease see tender documentation for full details of each school's requirements. Additional information: The duration detailed above includes the initial term of three years as well as the two optional contract extension periods of 12 months each.

Options: The contract will be awarded for an initial period of three years with two possible extensions of 12 months meaning a maximum contract length of five years.

River Learning Trust - Lot 4

Lot 4The Cherwell SchoolThe Swan SchoolPlease see tender documentation for full details of each school's requirements. Additional information: The duration detailed above includes the initial term of three years as well as the two optional contract extension periods of 12 months each.

Options: The contract will be awarded for an initial period of three years with two possible extensions of 12 months meaning a maximum contract length of five years.

River Learning Trust - Lot 5

Lot 5The Marlborough SchoolPlease see tender documentation for full details of the school's requirements. Additional information: The duration detailed above includes the initial term of three years as well as the two optional contract extension periods of 12 months each.

Options: The contract will be awarded for an initial period of three years with two possible extensions of 12 months meaning a maximum contract length of five years.

River Learning Trust - Lot 6

Lot 6Beckley CofE Primary SchoolCutteslowe Primary SchoolGarsington CofE Primary SchoolHorspath Primary SchoolLarkrise Primary SchoolNew Marston Primary SchoolRose Hill Primary SchoolSandhills Primary SchoolWolvercote Primary SchoolPlease see tender documentation for full details of each school's requirements. Additional information: The duration detailed above includes the initial term of three years as well as the two optional contract extension periods of 12 months each.

Options: The contract will be awarded for an initial period of three years with two possible extensions of 12 months meaning a maximum contract length of five years.

River Learning Trust - Lot 7

Lot 7Charlbury Primary SchoolEdith Moorhouse Primary SchoolMadley Brook CP SchoolMiddle Barton SchoolTower Hill Community Primary SchoolWindrush Primary School (not yet open)Witney Community Primary SchoolPlease see tender documentation for full details of each school's requirements. Additional information: The duration detailed above includes the initial term of three years as well as the two optional contract extension periods of 12 months each.

Options: The contract will be awarded for an initial period of three years with two possible extensions of 12 months meaning a maximum contract length of five years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02904b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023077-2021
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
Large, 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
£13,585,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£13,585,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£16,011,381 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jul 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Further notices will be published in 2024, 2025 or 2026 dependent on the exercising of contract extension options

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
River Learning Trust
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KIDLINGTON
Postcode
OX5 2NT
Postcode Area
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC, TLK14 Swindon

Local Authority
Cherwell
Electoral Ward
Kidlington East
Westminster Constituency
Bicester and Woodstock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

Culinera Limited

Dolce Ltd

Edwards and Ward Ltd

Harrison Catering Services Limited

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