This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

04 Sep 2024 at 09:09

TenderUpdate

26 Apr 2024 at 11:55

Tender

16 Apr 2024 at 14:34

Planning

10 Jul 2023 at 10:19

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by YPO, in collaboration with NEPO, entails a framework agreement titled "YPO - 001205 Electronic Catering Management and Payment Solutions" under the industry category of "Software package and information systems." This process covers the provision of electronic meal ordering, catering management, and payment solutions, primarily targeting health and social care environments and the wider public sector, including education. The framework, divided into multiple lots for specific solutions, was active from 6th August 2024 and can extend until 5th August 2028. The key procurement stage involves the awarding of contracts, with a notice of award issued on 4th September 2024. The procurement method followed an open procedure, ensuring a wide array of suppliers and offerings. Noteworthy dates include a standstill period for potential tenderers to challenge decisions before finalising contracts, starting from the date of the notification of award.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in electronic meal ordering, catering management, and payment solutions to grow by engaging with a compliant route to market provided by YPO and NEPO. SMEs and larger enterprises, particularly those with cloud-hosted solutions and expertise in software packages for the public sector, will find this framework advantageous. Categories covered include software programming, consultancy services, inventory management software, and compliance software. Given the potential for extensions and phased lots, businesses offering innovative and sustainable solutions will benefit from consistent market demand, particularly in health care and educational institutions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

YPO - 001205 Electronic Catering Management and Payment Solutions

Notice Description

YPO are looking for Providers to be appointed onto a Framework Agreement for the provision of Electronic Catering Management and Payment Solutions. YPO's intention is to create a compliant route to market for our customers and also the awarded Suppliers. It is to enable the public sector a route to purchasing Electronic Catering Management and Payment solutions from one Framework with an array of Suppliers and offerings. YPO is the lead Public Sector Buying Organisation for this Framework Agreement working in collaboration with NEPO.

Lot Information

Lot 1

YPO envisage that the new Framework may be divided into the following Lots, but this may be subject to change following pre-engagement. Lot 1 - A full solution comprising of software and hardware - Cloud Hosted or Off premise Lot 2 - Software Only Lot - Cloud Hosted or Off premise Lot 3 - Additional enhancements or bespoke bolt ons to increase scope Lot 4 - Online Payment applications Lot 5 -Communication Software via omni channels solutions email/SMS Lot 6 - Cashless catering systems Lot 7 - Registration solutions Lot 8 - Application Software (APP) to integrate with internal systems for a one log on one view Lot 9 - Management Information Systems Lot 10 - Pupil Attainment Solutions YPO's Aim is to re procure this highly successful framework but ensure we capture any changes and innovations in the market and incorporate new sectors such as NHS and the offering they are now using - Electronic bedside meal ordering system (PMOS) as well as kitchen management , payment solutions , cashless catering and communications. All solutions now appear to be cloud based with some hardware device requirements to access the software in kitchens and at the bedside amongst management of allergens and calories but not limited to.

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 1a Electronic Meal Ordering and Catering Management for the NHS - Cloud Hosted

Lot 1a is for the provision of Electronic Meal Ordering and Catering Management solutions - Cloud Hosted across the NHS or any other hospital or Health and Social Care environment which enables end users to order meals digitally, and the Contracting Authority to manage any food related information for the purposes of reducing waste, paper, and time.

Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 20th August 2024 - 19th August 2026 with the option of 1 x 24 months extension to 19th August 2028, after the initial two years. The decision to extend the Framework period will be taken by the end of April 2026 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the Framework to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. Suppliers will be made aware of the decision to take extensions 3 months prior. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 20th August 2024 - 19th August 2028

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 2 - Electronic Meal Ordering and Catering Management for Wider Public Sector (WPS)

Lot 2 is for the provision of Electronic Meal Ordering and Catering Management solution hosted within the cloud, which enables end users to order meals digitally, and the Contracting Authority to manage any food related information for the purposes of reducing waste, paper and time. This Lot will be open to the whole of the Public Sector but it is expected to be utilised primarily within education environments, more specifically primary schools.

Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 20th August 2024 - 19th August 2026 with the option of 1 x 24 months extension to 19th August 2028, after the initial two years. The decision to extend the Framework period will be taken by the end of April 2026 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the Framework to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. Suppliers will be made aware of the decision to take extensions 3 months prior. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 20th August 2024 - 19th August 2028

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 3 - Cashless Catering Systems

Lot 3 is for the provision of Cashless Catering Systems, which will be hosted within the cloud. The system will allow for payment and recognition methods which enable the end user to utilise the account and pay for meals. This Lot will be open to the whole of the Public Sector but it is expected to be utilised primarily within education environments, more specifically secondary schools.

Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 20th August 2024 - 19th August 2026 with the option of 1 x 24 months extension to 19th August 2028, after the initial two years. The decision to extend the Framework period will be taken by the end of April 2026 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the Framework to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. Suppliers will be made aware of the decision to take extensions 3 months prior. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 20th August 2024 - 19th August 2028

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 4 - Online Payment Solutions

Lot 4 is for the provision of Online Payment Solutions, which will be hosted within the cloud. The system will allow for payment methods which enable the end user to utilise the account and pay for items. This Lot will be open to the whole of the Public Sector but utilised primarily within education environments. A secure online payment system allowing end users to pay for items/services digitally, and incorporate future cashless options, remaining in line with all relevant up to date regulations.

Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 20th August 2024 - 19th August 2026 with the option of 1 x 24 months extension to 19th August 2028, after the initial two years. The decision to extend the Framework period will be taken by the end of April 2026 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the Framework to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. Suppliers will be made aware of the decision to take extensions 3 months prior. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 20th August 2024 - 19th August 2028

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 1b - Electronic Meal Ordering and Catering Management for the NHS On Premise

Lot 1b is for the provision of Electronic Meal Ordering and Catering Management solutions - On Premises across the NHS or any other hospital or Health and Social Care environment which enables end users to order meals digitally, and the Contracting Authority to manage any food related information for the purposes of reducing waste, paper, and time.

Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 20th August 2024 - 19th August 2026 with the option of 1 x 24 months extension to 19th August 2028, after the initial two years. The decision to extend the Framework period will be taken by the end of April 2026 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the Framework to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. Suppliers will be made aware of the decision to take extensions 3 months prior. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 20th August 2024 - 19th August 2028

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03e024
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028211-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

48 - Software package and information systems

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

30213200 - Tablet computer

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48100000 - Industry specific software package

48110000 - Point of sale (POS) software package

48170000 - Compliance software package

48210000 - Networking software package

48211000 - Platform interconnectivity software package

48217000 - Transaction-processing software package

48219300 - Administration software package

48219400 - Transaction server software package

48310000 - Document creation software package

48311000 - Document management software package

48330000 - Scheduling and productivity software package

48332000 - Scheduling software package

48400000 - Business transaction and personal business software package

48430000 - Inventory management software package

48440000 - Financial analysis and accounting software package

48450000 - Time accounting or human resources software package

48500000 - Communication and multimedia software package

48700000 - Software package utilities

48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

55500000 - Canteen and catering services

55510000 - Canteen services

55524000 - School catering services

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

72211000 - Programming services of systems and user software

72212000 - Programming services of application software

72212110 - Point of sale (POS) software development services

72212180 - Medical software development services

72212517 - IT software development services

72212900 - Miscellaneous software development services and computer systems

72227000 - Software integration consultancy services

72230000 - Custom software development services

72260000 - Software-related services

72261000 - Software support services

72262000 - Software development services

72263000 - Software implementation services

72264000 - Software reproduction services

72265000 - Software configuration services

72266000 - Software consultancy services

72267100 - Maintenance of information technology software

72267200 - Repair of information technology software

72268000 - Software supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 2024Expired
Award Date
8 Aug 20242 years ago
Contract Period
6 Aug 2024 - 5 Apr 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
YPO
Additional Buyers

Association of North East Councils, trading as the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO)

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
WF2 0XE
Postcode Area
Wakefield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wrenthorpe and Outwood West
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
15
Supplier Names

CRB Cunninghams Limited

Civica UK Limited

Datasym (UK) Limited

Dataym (UK) Limited

Kafoodle Limited

Nutritics Limited

Parent Pay Limited

SF Software Limited T/A Pebble

School Catering Support Limited

SchoolGrid Ltd

Synbiotix Solutions Limited

Tucasi Limited

VeriCool Ltd

Vericool Limited

sQuidcard Ltd

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