Award

Yardleys School ~ Catering Tender

YARDLEYS SCHOOL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

12 May 2023 at 15:05

Tender

15 Mar 2022 at 10:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Yardleys School has completed the Yardleys School catering tender process for catering services. The contract, with a value of £540,000, commenced on 1 January 2023 for 3 years and may extend for an additional 3 years. The procurement method used was a selective process with a restricted procedure. The successful supplier, abm catering limited, will be providing catering services, including a new food concept in partnership with the school, sourced locally in Warwickshire, Staffordshire, and Worcestershire areas.

This contract presents an opportunity for catering businesses, especially those experienced in school catering services, to grow their portfolio. Suppliers interested in providing catering services must meet the minimum standards as set out by Yardleys School. With a focus on local sourcing and Halal certification, businesses with expertise in diverse menus and engaging with the community will be well-suited for this tender. The deadline for submission was 22 April 2022 with a second stage invitation date set for 23 May 2022.

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Notice Title

Yardleys School ~ Catering Tender

Notice Description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide Catering services for Yardleys School.

Lot Information

Lot 1

It is the head teacher's and governors' aim to employ a suitably skilled, flexible and experienced catering contractor who will be able to build on the changes that have taken place over the past few years, providing advice and expertise. This will be a major benefit to the school and will contribute significantly towards the Client's ongoing objectives. The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements. Yardleys School currently has approximately 930 pupils on role of which 36% are entitled to an FSM, there are also approximately 100 teaching and support staff working within the school. The school three years ago has had a new extension built, which contains an additional catering service point. The successful contractor will be expected to introduce an exciting new food concept in partnership with the Client for the future, in the both service areas. The proposed food concept should create an improved ambiance within the dining room and a more pleasant dining experience for both the students and staff. Regular customer and parental engagement will be required to gain feedback to ensure this is the case moving into the contract term. The contract being offered will commence on 1 January 2023 for 3 years, with the potential to extend for up to a further 3 years and will be on a guaranteed performance basis. The Client has taken the decision that all meat served will be certified by the Halal Monitoring Committee (HMC UK). The Halal Monitoring Committee is an independent, not for profit, registered charity organisation whose main aim is to certify the production of genuine Halal food. HMC complies with the UK Laws for food production, as well as Islamic dietary compliance Laws. HMC promotes animal welfare, issues of food safety, hygiene and quality in compliance with UK Law and within the teachings of the Islamic faith. HMC works with companies who are involved in the production and supply of Halal food, to independently certify all products to provide assurance to the Muslim community that all food meets the high standards of Halal. These new standards of operation should meet the needs of the pupils' moving forwards into this contract term. The current range of foods needs to be expanded along with the service provision. It is one of the objectives of this tender that the successful contractor will utilise the local supply chain and farming" belt" in Warwickshire, Staffordshire and Worcestershire and surrounding areas to source all fresh produce, namely being: Bakery Products Meat Fruit and Vegetables Dairy Products As you can appreciate, working with the local community is something that the Academy strives to do at all times and to this end we would like to ensure that all your fresh produce is sourced from Warwickshire, Staffordshire and Worcestershire local suppliers (within a 40-mile radius of the school). The HMC Halal butcher should be one known to the local community and be based locally. Yardleys School also seeks to ensure that the catering operation will have the following objectives: 1. The provision of a healthy balanced menu that meets nutritional guidelines and is enjoyed by our students 2. Providing continued value for money to the school ensuring that the students are consistently provided with a quality meal with reasonable portion sizes at a reasonable price. 3. A series of theme days are organised and run throughout the year with an exciting and robust marketing plan that is communicated effectively to both pupils, staff and parents alike. See SQ Document for more information.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0321be
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013651-2023
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
£540,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£540,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£845,449 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Oct 20223 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2028 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
YARDLEYS SCHOOL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@litmuspartnership.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1276673880

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B11 3EY
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG31 Birmingham

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Hall Green North
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Hall Green and Moseley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ABM CATERING

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