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Westcountry Schools Trust Managed Catering Service

WESTCOUNTRY SCHOOLS TRUST (SECONDARY ACCT: PHP LAW)

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Award

09 Oct 2025 at 16:01

TenderUpdate

29 Nov 2024 at 13:59

TenderUpdate

28 Oct 2024 at 16:30

TenderUpdate

28 Oct 2024 at 11:49

Tender

25 Oct 2024 at 12:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Westcountry Schools Trust Managed Catering Service" has been successfully completed, with Aspens Services Ltd securing the active contract. Managed by the Westcountry Schools Trust, this tender is categorized under "school catering services" within the services industry. The contract, signed on 1st September 2025, focuses on catering across various school sites in Devon and Plymouth, showcasing a robust collaboration with the Trust at the core of its operations. The procedure used was open, making it widely accessible to potential bidders. This process reached its award stage on the 9th of October 2025, following a comprehensive evaluation against criteria that prioritize quality (60%) over price (40%). The contract is valued at £10,000,000 and offers potential for extended services, accommodating new schools joining the Trust.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses experienced in managing large-scale catering services within the education sector. Companies adept in centralized operations delivering cost efficiencies, transparency, and high service standards are well-suited to compete in such procurements. The chance to partner with the Trust and to manage resources at a high efficiency can help enhance business profiles and expand operational capabilities within the UK, particularly in Devon and Plymouth. It is especially beneficial for organisations keen on strengthening their foothold in the education sector, providing a platform to demonstrate excellence in service delivery and management efficiency.

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Notice Title

Westcountry Schools Trust Managed Catering Service

Notice Description

The proposed contract will be for a managed catering service to support the delivery of in-house catering in accordance with this service specification and the associated tender documents. The Trust wish to keep the ethos of the in-house catering model whilst utilising the additional expertise and support of the Bidder. It is the expectation that this managed catering service offer will deliver efficiencies and reduce current cost per plate whilst ensuring a high standard of food quality to deliver the proposed menu. The Bidder is required to work in partnership with the Trust, offering clear lines of communication and ensuring cohesion with the roles and responsibilities as identified in this Specification of Requirement.

Lot Information

Devon

The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. In addition to the above, the Contractor shall: a. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract delivery as a whole. b. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties, improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils. c. operate a standard approach across all schools , delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for improvement throughout the contract term. d. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services. e. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust. f. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff. Schools included in this Lot: Ashburton Primary School Buckfastleigh Primary School Ermington Primary School Holbeton Primary School Ivybridge Community College Manor Primary School, Ivybridge Sherford Vale School & Nursery South Dartmoor Community College Stowford School Ugborough Primary School Woodlands Park Primary School Yealmpton Primary School

Options: New schools who may join the Trust, or current schools within the Trust may be added to the Contract

Renewal: Two further one year extensions (3+1+1)

Plymouth

The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. In addition to the above, the Contractor shall: a. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract delivery as a whole. b. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties, improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils. c. operate a standard approach across all schools , delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for improvement throughout the contract term. d. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services. e. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust. f. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff. Schools included in this Lot: Austin Farm Academy Boringdon Primary School Chaddlewood Primary School Glen Park Primary School Morley Meadow Primary School Oreston Community Academy Plympton St Maurice Primary School Woodford Primary School

Options: New schools who may join the Trust, or current schools within the Trust may be added to the Contract

Renewal: Two further one year extensions (3+1+1)

All Schools

The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. In addition to the above, the Contractor shall: a. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract delivery as a whole. b. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties, improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils. c. operate a standard approach across all schools , delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for improvement throughout the contract term. d. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services. e. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust. f. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff. This Lot is for all schools and therefore a combination of the school sites from Lots 1 & 2

Options: New schools who may join the Trust, or current schools within the Trust may be added to the Contract

Renewal: Two further one year extensions (3+1+1)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04b166
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063912-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

15894210 - School meals

55520000 - Catering services

55524000 - School catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Aug 20255 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WESTCOUNTRY SCHOOLS TRUST (SECONDARY ACCT: PHP LAW)
Additional Buyers

WESTCOUNTRY SCHOOLS TRUST

Contact Name
Josie Medforth
Contact Email
josie.medforth@phplaw.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
IVYBRIDGE
Postcode
PL721 0JA
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
TLK41 Plymouth

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASPENS SERVICES

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                "value": 5
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