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Valentines High School ~ Catering Tender

VALENTINES HIGH SCHOOL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

03 Oct 2024 at 09:05

Tender

01 Dec 2023 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

Valentines High School, located in Ilford, Essex, is seeking a supplier to provide catering services starting in August 2024 and continuing through July 2027. The contract, valued at £1,050,000 GBP, falls under the industry category of school catering services (CPV code: 55524000). The selected supplier will cater to approximately 1,650 students and 150 staff members. The procurement process is currently in the active tender stage, with a restricted procedure under the selective procurement method. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 12 January 2024 and the subsequent invitation date to the next stage set for 12 February 2024.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the catering industry, especially those capable of handling large-scale operations within the educational sector. SMEs are encouraged to participate, provided they meet the established selection criteria. The winning contractor will not only gain a valuable contract but also have the chance to contribute to the continuous improvement and development of the school's catering services. Companies with experience in delivering high-quality meals efficiently and a strategy for scaling services over time would be well-suited to compete.

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Notice Title

Valentines High School ~ Catering Tender

Notice Description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for Valentines High School.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for Valentines High School. Contract value = PS350k p.a The successful tenderer will be required to provide catering services at Valentines High School Cranbrook Road Gants Hill Ilford Essex IG2 6HX The contract being tendered is for 36 months in duration from August 2024 until July 2027. 1.There are currently up to 1650 students and 150 teaching and non-teaching staff within the School. 2.The School day begins at 8:30 hours and ends at 15:15 hours. Lunch break runs from 13:00 until 14:00 hours. The site closes at 19:00 3.The School year is based on a calendar of 195 days. 4.Five days are to be used for staff professional development, which means that the school will be open to receive students for the legal minimum of 190 days. 5.The school site is constantly evolving and it is expected that the new contractor will become involved with the growth and enhancement of the catering services to students and staff More information about Valentines high School can be found by visiting the school's web page at http://www.valentines-school.org.uk See SQ Documentation for more information. Additional information: Please be aware that this opportunity is now closed and this is the Contract Award Notice.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-042111
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031640-2024
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
£1,050,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,050,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,386,970 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jun 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Buyer Location

Locality
ESSEX
Postcode
IG2 6HX
Post Town
Ilford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI53 Redbridge and Waltham Forest
Delivery Location
TLH3 Essex

Local Authority
Redbridge
Electoral Ward
Valentines
Westminster Constituency
Ilford North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACCENT CATERING SERVICES

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