This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

31 May 2022 at 09:03

TenderUpdate

11 Mar 2022 at 09:18

Tender

11 Mar 2022 at 09:18

Summary of the contracting process

The Exeter College - Catering FTS Open Tender is an active procurement opportunity initiated by Exeter College, a well-regarded further education institution located in Exeter, UK. The process is currently in the Award stage, with a total contract value of £3.6 million for catering services. This open procedure tender allows for three years of service with two optional extensions of twelve months each. The deadline for submission was set for 22 April 2022, and the process is governed by the Public Contracts Regulations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in catering services, particularly those that can demonstrate innovation, strong account management, and quality food presentation. Companies with a proven track record in delivering contract catering within educational settings would be particularly well-placed to compete effectively. Potential bidders are encouraged to assess their quality standards and accreditations, as candidates must meet specific suitability and economic criteria to be considered for participation.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Exeter College - Catering FTS Open Tender

Notice Description

Exeter College is a large FE / Tertiary College 1000 staff and 10,000+ students rated Excellent by Ofsted

Lot Information

Lot 1

FTS Open Tender for 3 years with 2 optional 12 month extensions.

Options: 60 month(s) from the commencement date, with 36 initial month(s) and option to extend 2x12 month(s)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-031e7a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015138-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55520000 - Catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,170,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,170,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,600,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 May 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20224 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
Exeter College
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4JS
Postcode Area
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK43 Devon CC

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
St David's
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Caterlink

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