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Alban Academies Trust ~ Catering Tender

RIDGEWAY ACADEMY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

05 Jul 2024 at 11:05

Tender

04 Dec 2023 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Alban Academies Trust is inviting tenders for a catering contract across several schools in Hertfordshire. The contract is for three years, with the option to extend, and operates under a Guaranteed Performance Contract model. The Trust seeks innovative catering solutions, focusing on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and promoting healthy food choices. The contract includes various meal services, and the Trust values quality over the lowest price. The procurement method is selective, and the current stage is active, with a deadline for tender submissions set for January 5, 2024.

This catering tender offers business growth opportunities for contractors specialising in school catering services. Companies with experience in providing innovative, high-quality catering solutions, particularly in the education sector, would be well-suited to compete. The contract includes multiple schools within Hertfordshire, providing a substantial market for potential growth and revenue. The buying organisation, Ridgeway Academy, has set clear criteria and values quality and innovation, making it an attractive opportunity for businesses focused on delivering exceptional catering services.

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Notice Title

Alban Academies Trust ~ Catering Tender

Notice Description

The tender project is seeking to appoint a Contractor whose initiative and innovation will be welcomed for the provision of service within the existing facilities of all schools, with a focus on exciting new food concepts to satisfy a wide range of pupil tastes and dietary requirements. The Schools would wish the successful contractor to review the current range of services offered and make recommendations accordingly.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The contract being tendered is for three years in duration from 1st August 2024 to 31st July 2027 with the option to extend for up to a further 2 years at the discretion of the client. This is with the exception of Sandringham School where the contract will start from 1st August 2025 for a duration of two years with the option to extend for up to a further 2 years at the discretion of the client. This contract will operate as a Guaranteed Performance Contract, with the successful Contractor offering the School a guaranteed return / cost per annum for the provision of catering services. Sovereignty of the cash tariff is to remain with the Trust for the duration of this contract. The School year at all schools is based on a calendar of 195 days. Five days are to be used for staff professional development which means that School will be open to receive students for the legal minimum of 190 days. Verulam School has additional days where they have no lunch service: Abbey Service (Autumn Term), Open Evening (Autumn Term) & Verulympics (Summer Term). The contract offered covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the School, which currently includes morning break, lunch, all hospitality and free issue requirements. Free School meals are to be charged with a margin attached and hospitality will be charged based on consumption and at net food cost. Whilst the Trust prioritises value for money as a key objective of the Competitive Tender Process, it is not obliged to accept the lowest price. The Trust expects the successful contractor to enable the continued development of catering through the provision of an innovative, healthy food service, with fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients being prepared on-site. The Trust expects the successful tenderer to evidence, through their bid, how they shall support and complement its values and support the principles of Every Child Matters. The Trust believes that success should be celebrated and that pupils should enjoy their time at school; if lessons are stimulating and challenging then students will love learning. Additional information: This is a Contract Award Notice. This contract has already been awarded.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-042184
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020572-2024
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55524000 - School catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,050,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£8,050,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£9,101,041 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jun 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2029 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
RIDGEWAY ACADEMY
Additional Buyers

GARDEN FIELDS JMI SCHOOL

SANDRINGHAM SCHOOL

SKYSWOOD PRIMARY AND NURSERY SCHOOL

VERULAM SCHOOL

WHEATFIELDS INFANTS AND NURSERY SCHOOL

WHEATFIELDS JUNIOR SCHOOL

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@litmuspartnership.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1276673880

Buyer Location

Locality
HERTFORDSHIRE
Postcode
AL7 2AF
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLH23 Hertfordshire CC

Local Authority
St Albans
Electoral Ward
Marshalswick East & Jersey Farm
Westminster Constituency
St Albans

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CULINERA

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