Award

The Mead Educational Trust

MATRICULATE CONSULTING LTD

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

11 Jul 2022 at 11:08

Tender

08 Dec 2021 at 10:25

Summary of the contracting process

The Mead Educational Trust, managed by Matriculate Consulting Ltd, is seeking contractors for catering services within their thirteen academies located in Leicester and Leicestershire. The tender, classified under school catering services, comprises two lots: Lot 1 for secondary schools and Lot 2 for primary schools. This procurement process is currently at the tender stage, having begun on 27th January 2022, with the submission deadline set for 1st March 2022. The contract will commence on 1st August 2022, spanning three years with an option for a 24-month extension, showcasing a progressive approach to supplier engagement.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses within the catering services industry, especially those with experience in educational settings. Companies that specialise in managing quality catering for schools, particularly those capable of tailoring their services to meet diverse needs, would be well-positioned to compete effectively. The contract's structure, with aimed emphasis on quality over price, indicates a preference for suppliers who can deliver high standards alongside competitive financial models, making this a valuable opportunity for ambitious catering firms seeking to expand their portfolio in the educational sector.

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Notice Title

The Mead Educational Trust

Notice Description

The Mead Educational Trust currently has thirteen member academies - five secondary and eight primaries all in Leicester and Leicestershire. The Trust are looking for potential contractors to demonstrate their relevant experience and expertise to manage quality catering services for its secondary and primary academies from August 2022 with a 3 year contract and the option to extend for up to a further 2 years. New schools joining the Trust may join the contract(s) during the contract term. The tender is being split into two Lots - Lot 1 Secondaries and Lot 2 Primaries. The financial structure of Lot 1 will be on a guaranteed annual cost/return model. Lot 2 will be on a fixed price per meal model The Trust values the individuality of all member academies and expects bidders to demonstrate a sound appreciation of this in their tender submissions and in any proposed initiatives. The SQ documentation can be downloaded from the link in 1.1 Indicative timetable 27th January 2022 -ITT commences 31st January 2022 - Tender Meeting(Online) 3rd & 4th February 2022 - Site Visits 1st March 2022 - Tender submission deadline 31st March 2022 - Presentations 1st August 2022 - Contract Comencement

Lot Information

The Mead Educational Trust - Secondary School Catering Services

There are currently 5 secondary schools in the Trust Rushey Mead Academy Orchard Mead Academy Castle Mead Academy Kibworth Academy Brook Mead Academy

Renewal: Extension of up to 24 months

The Mead Educational Trust - Primary School Catering Services

Abbey Mead Primary Academy, Fosse Mead Primary Academy, Kestrel Mead Primary Academy,Knighton Mead Primary Academy,North Mead Primary Academy, Rowlatts Mead Primary Academy, Thurnby Mead Primary Academy, and Willowbrook Mead Primary Academy

Renewal: Extension of up to 24 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02fe84
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018898-2022
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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55524000 - School catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£6,350,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20223 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
MATRICULATE CONSULTING LTD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@matriculateconsulting.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7342951449

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN5 4DQ
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Purton
Westminster Constituency
South Cotswolds

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMPASS GROUP UK & IRELAND TRADING AS CHARTWELLS

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