Tudor Grange Academies Trust

TUDOR GRANGE ACADEMIES TRUST

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Summary of the contracting process

Tudor Grange Academies Trust is seeking a catering partner to manage catering services across all thirteen of its member academies, with the contract set to begin in August 2025. The tender, categorised under "School catering services" (CPV 55524000), falls within the services industry and is using a restricted procedure for procurement. The Trust, a body governed by public law and located in Solihull, aims to appoint a qualified catering partner to maximise the benefits of a school-to-school partnership model within a one-hour travelling radius of Solihull. Key dates to note include the tender period closure on 17 January 2025 and the subsequent invitation date for the second stage on 30 January 2025. The procurement is aligned with the Light Touch Regime under the UK’s Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for catering service providers with experience in the education sector. The contract value is estimated at £7.5 million, and the successful bidder will manage catering services for schools ranging from primary to secondary levels, potentially extending to new schools joining the Trust. Companies skilled in comprehensive school catering and capable of handling large-scale operations, as well as meeting specific requirements such as gaining Admitted Body Status from three Pension Authorities, would be well-suited to compete. The contract's duration is set for 1,080 days with a possible extension of up to two years, offering a stable and potentially long-term business engagement.

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Tudor Grange Academies Trust