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St Bart's Multi Academy Trust - Catering Services Contract

ST BART'S MULTI ACADEMY TRUST

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03 Apr 2024 at 11:14

Summary of the contracting process

The St Bart's Multi Academy Trust is seeking catering services for 17 of its primary schools located in and around Stoke-on-Trent. The tender, titled "St Bart's Multi Academy Trust - Catering Services Contract", is currently at the tender stage with a submission deadline of 3rd May 2024. Bidders are required to complete a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) to be considered for the next stage, with a minimum of five bidders advancing to the next round. The contract value is £1,400,000 GBP, with a potential contract duration of up to 5 years, including extensions. Interested parties are advised to visit the myTenders website for further information and submission details.

This procurement process led by the St Bart's Multi Academy Trust presents an opportunity for catering companies experienced in providing services to educational institutions to expand their business. The trust is specifically looking for bidders with a proven track record in managing catering services in school settings. Businesses with expertise in school catering services and a commitment to quality and compliance with procurement requirements are well-suited to compete in this selective tender process. The successful bidder will have the chance to secure a long-term contract with a reputable educational establishment, paving the way for sustained growth and business development within the sector.

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Notice Title

St Bart's Multi Academy Trust - Catering Services Contract

Notice Description

Provision of catering services to 17 of the primary schools within the trust

Lot Information

Lot 1

Catering Services for 17 primary schools forming part of the St Bart's MAT. Further details on the trust can be found on their website (https://www.sbmat.org/). TUPE will apply to this contract. Some, but not all transferring staff previously enjoyed membership of the LGPS pension scheme. Bidders must have demonstrable and successful experience of such transfers. Service commencement date estimated 1st September 2024, following award no later than mid July. The contract will initially be for 3 years with an option to extend by a further 2 years. Additional information: To express interest in this opportunity, a PQQ must be requested, completed and returned by the due date via the notified portal.

Renewal: Potential for 2 year extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-044f34
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010739-2024
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55524000 - School catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Apr 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ST BART'S MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Contact Name
Kevin Pickford
Contact Email
kevin.pickford@mya-consulting.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7790973906

Buyer Location

Locality
STOKE-ON-TRENT
Postcode
ST3 4TP
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent
Delivery Location
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire

Local Authority
Stoke-on-Trent
Electoral Ward
Dresden & Florence
Westminster Constituency
Stoke-on-Trent South

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