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Uplands Manor Primary School ~ Catering Tender

Uplands Manor Primary School

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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23 Dec 2024 at 14:05

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03 Jul 2024 at 12:05

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Summary of the contracting process

Uplands Manor Primary School in Smethwick, West Midlands, has completed a procurement process for the provision of catering services, aimed at ensuring the delivery of high-quality, healthy meals to its students and staff. The contract, worth £1,085,215.6 GBP, was awarded to abm catering limited on 11 November 2024 and is set to commence on 1 January 2025. The initial term of the contract is three years, with the potential to extend it for up to two additional one-year periods. The procurement was conducted under a restricted procedure, and the main industry category is school catering services.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in catering and food services, particularly those capable of providing innovative and high-quality food options while adhering to nutritional guidelines. SMEs are encouraged to participate, as the buying organisation considers them suitable for this contract. The contract's focus on the use of locally sourced ingredients and engaging with the local community presents an excellent growth opportunity for businesses committed to sustainable and locally-focused supply chains. Furthermore, businesses with strong contract management skills and experience in managing large-scale catering operations will find this tender particularly well-suited to their capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Uplands Manor Primary School ~ Catering Tender

Notice Description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for Uplands Manor Primary School.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for Uplands Manor Primary School. The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the school, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements. The contract awarded will be on a guaranteed performance basis The duration of the contract being offered is three years commencing on 1 January 2025, with the potential for an extension of up to a further two one year periods, on the same terms and conditions without the right to further extend. The recharge of all FSM's is to be based on the agreed costs and charged monthly in arrears based on uptake numbers. The Client wishes for the successful contractor to be able to offer a consistently high standard of food across the school during the course of this contract term demonstrating innovation, a passion for food and flair The school the wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain. Working with the local community is something that the school strives to do at all times and to this end we would like to ensure that all your fresh produce is sourced from local suppliers (within a 30-mile radius of the school): details should be included within your submission. Providence of supply is important and all ingredients should be of 'prime quality' The School also wishes to achieve as a result of this tender process; 1.Experienced and insightful contract management to promote good levels of communication and engagement with the school. 2.Well-trained catering teams at the school, with a focus by the successful contractor on both craft training and customer service. 3.The provision of a healthy balanced menu that meets nutritional guidelines and is enjoyed by our students. 4.Innovation and flexibility, with the ability to introduce within the menu current "food trends" and recommend new service initiatives to keep school meals exciting. 5.An effective marketing campaign should be implemented across the school that is suitable and that should be promoted effectively to both pupils and parents alike, 6.There needs to be total transparency with accounts that are clear and easy to understand. 7.To achieve overall value for money is an objective of this tender - However please note that Uplands Manor School is not obliged to accept the lowest price and the contract award will be in line with the marking matrix published within the tender specification where an overall focus will be given to food quality, innovation and the quality of the catering offer. There are 735 pupils and 168 staff. Turnover for 2022/3 was PS223k Additional information: Please note, this is a Contract Award Notice - this contract has already been awarded.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-047a1d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041418-2024
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
£1,115,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,115,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,085,215 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2029 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Uplands Manor Primary School
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B67 6HT
Postcode Area
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG3 West Midlands
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Smethwick
Westminster Constituency
Smethwick

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

abm catering limited

Further Information

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