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QEGSMAT - Catering Services Tender

QEGSMAT

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Award

05 Aug 2024 at 11:05

Tender

22 Dec 2023 at 14:06

Summary of the contracting process

QEGSMAT, a body governed by public law, is seeking catering service providers to deliver comprehensive catering services across its seven schools, located in Derbyshire, Staffordshire and adjoining regions. This procurement process, valued at £6,550,000, is classified under 'School catering services' in the services category. The procurement uses a selective method under the restricted procedure, ensuring a competitive selection of bidders who meet specific criteria. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 26th January 2024, with the service contract beginning on 1st August 2024 and extending for three years with an optional two-year extension. This process is currently in the active tender stage.

This tender presents significant growth potential for businesses within the catering sector, especially those capable of meeting the stringent standards QEGSMAT upholds in education and care. Small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, although this opportunity is open to entities of all sizes. Suitable candidates will benefit from existing catering staff under TUPE regulations, potentially including those part of the Local Government Pension Scheme. Businesses proficient in managing large-scale catering operations and those with experience in the educational sector will find this opportunity particularly advantageous, enabling them to expand their service portfolio and establish a long-term partnership with a reputable educational trust.

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Notice Title

QEGSMAT - Catering Services Tender

Notice Description

QEGSMAT are seeking Catering service providers to tender for the provision of all catering services presently offered within the Schools, which currently include breakfast, morning break, lunch and all hospitality and free issue requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The QEGSMAT is standards driven; it aims to provide world-class education and care that allows every young person to reach their potential; it recognises the importance of teaching and learning. It operates a robust school improvement system, with the ultimate aim of doing something exceptional for young people in our area. All young people will be safe and all will be supported, whatever their needs. The Trust is comprised of 3 Secondary and 4 Primary Schools, based in the Derbyshire and Staffordshire areas. QEGSMAT are seeking Catering service providers to tender for the provision of all catering services presently offered within the Schools, which currently include breakfast, morning break, lunch and all hospitality and free issue requirements. The contract will be for three years in duration, with the option to extend for a further one period of up to two years and with a commencement date of 1st August 2024. Full details will be included in the Invitation to Tender. TUPE regulations apply to this contract, which involves the transfer of existing catering staff, of which some may be members of the Local Government Pension Scheme, requiring arrangements to be made for 'Admitted Body' status with the relevant pension fund.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-042999
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024481-2024
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
£6,550,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,550,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£6,550,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 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
QEGSMAT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
operations@invictuspartnership.com
Contact Phone
+44 2081332224

Buyer Location

Locality
DERBYSHIRE
Postcode
DE6 1EP
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire

Local Authority
Derbyshire Dales
Electoral Ward
Ashbourne North
Westminster Constituency
Derbyshire Dales

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ABM CATERING

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