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Idsall School ~ Catering Tender

IDSALL SCHOOL

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24 Jun 2021 at 15:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Idsall School in Shropshire recently completed a public procurement process for catering services. This tender project, titled "Idsall School ~ Catering Tender", was initiated as a selective procurement under the restricted procedure with an award focused on transitioning to innovative catering solutions for both students and staff. The contract is a guaranteed performance contract running for three years, with significant emphasis on meeting diverse dietary requirements and introducing new food concepts. The procurement process began with bids being submitted by 7 potential suppliers, culminating in an award to Mellors Catering Services, with a contract value of £839,165 signed on 12th May 2021.

This opportunity represents a promising avenue for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), to engage in the educational catering sector. Providers specialising in innovative catering solutions, dietary-specific offerings, and sustainable practices would be well-positioned to compete in future tenders of this nature. The focus on quality service delivery and the ability to adapt to the unique needs of the school environment could set successful bidders apart in a competitive landscape as they contribute to enhancing the educational experience through nutritious and appealing meal options.

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Notice Title

Idsall School ~ Catering Tender

Notice Description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for Idsall School. The tender project is seeking to appoint a Contractor whose initiative and innovation will be welcomed for the provision of service within the existing facilities for the teaching and support staff and students on roll, all of whom have a focus on the introduction of exciting new food concepts to satisfy a wide range of tastes and dietary requirements. The School would wish the successful contractor to review the current range of services offered and make recommendations accordingly.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for Idsall School. Idsall School is a thriving and highly successful school that believes every student can reach their potential. By setting the highest of standards, each and every student is valued and are always at the very centre of what the School do. By recognising their unique needs and aspirations, providing equal opportunities and a safe caring environment, all students are able to flourish and achieve their best in everything they do. Idsall Schools unrivalled pastoral care and guidance supports their fine reputation for outstanding behaviour, courtesy and respect which is always commented on by visitors to the school and the local community. The School have genuinely inspiring teachers and a team of support staff, an innovative approach to teaching and learning, a broad and balanced curriculum and a flourishing extra curriculum programme. In addition, the School offer a wide range of opportunities for students to gain and develop the skills necessary for the rapidly changing world of work they are destined to encounter. Students can take a wide range of subjects at both A Level and GCSE, as well as a suite of vocational qualifications which are well supported by the busy and successful extra-curricular activities and extended opportunities. Offering a wide range of activities and challenges, the School create friendships and pastimes which give students such fulfilment and memories through their lives, reflecting positively on the school motto. Idsall School have been externally recognised and validated as a high performing school over several years and many inspections, which clearly reflects the high standards of education, care and support offered. This is clearly an exciting place to learn, work and grow - and the School are continuing to build on their many strengths to ensure outstanding examination results over the seven years, as well as the many other skills that will help each and every student to become outstanding citizens and highly successful in life. The contract being tendered is for three years in duration and will operate as a Guaranteed Performance Contract, with the successful Contractor offering the School a guaranteed return per annum for the provision of catering services. Sovereignty of the cash tariff is to remain with the School for the duration of this contract. Further information can be found within the SQ Document. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: http://litmustms.co.uk/respond/339P7MMD85

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02bfd4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014433-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award 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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£839,165 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Buyer Location

Locality
SHROPSHIRE
Postcode
TF11 8PD
Post Town
Telford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG22 Shropshire
Delivery Location
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire

Local Authority
Shropshire
Electoral Ward
Shifnal North
Westminster Constituency
The Wrekin

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MELLORS CATERING SERVICES

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