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Cornwall Education Learning Trust ~ Catering Tender

Cornwall Education Learning Trust

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20 Jan 2025 at 12:05

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Cornwall Education Learning Trust is currently in the tender stage for a contract titled "Cornwall Education Learning Trust ~ Catering Tender". This procurement process, categorised under Catering Services (CPV 55520000), is for the provision of catering services across various educational institutions within the Trust, located in the region of Cornwall and Isles of Scilly. The initial contract period starts on 1st September 2025 and ends on 31st August 2030, with submissions due by 21st February 2025. The restricted procurement method will select a minimum of five and a maximum of ten suppliers to progress to the tender stage. Interested businesses are encouraged to submit their responses in English through the provided eSourcing portal before the deadline.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses within the catering industry, particularly those experienced in the education sector and operating within the South West region. The contract emphasises the provision of a diverse, healthy, and enticing food offer alongside innovative menu options that support educational activities and sustainability goals. The successful contractor will benefit from a performance-based contract with profit-sharing elements, fostering long-term growth and collaboration with the Trust. Companies with robust contract support, operational flexibility, and capabilities for both primary and secondary school catering would be well-suited to compete for this significant business opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cornwall Education Learning Trust ~ Catering Tender

Notice Description

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services across the Trust, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements. The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2025, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. These extensions will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services across the Trust, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements. The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2025, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. These extensions will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years. The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget. The Trust are seeking a suitably experienced, education catering contractor who is able to evidence working within both Primary and Secondary Schools. The successful contractor will already have adequate resource, contract support and operational flexibility within the South West region, that is to be deployed to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contractual term. The services are currently outsourced and TUPE is expected to apply. It is possible that some of the current employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and, in this instance, the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme. The Trust wishes to achieve as a result of this tender process: 1.The provision of a colourful, healthy and balanced food offer. This should be inclusive of those with special dietary requirements. 2.An innovative and flexible menu offering frequent themed menus and initiatives that support the curriculum and various school led activities, ensuring the food offer remains varied and enticing to its customers. 3.A suitable, effective marketing campaign in order to maximise on sales revenue, thus resulting in a cost efficient service. 4.A strong relief network to ensure absences, both short and long term, can be covered. 5.Improved sustainability across the estate, in order to achieve the Trust's longer term strategic goals towards carbon neutrality. 6.A partnership with the successful contractor in order to develop the existing service. It is expected that experienced and insightful contract management will promote good levels of communication and engagement across the Trust. The management team should be proactive in communicating directly with School Leaders, as well as through frequent contract review meetings to ensure that the Trust is up to date with the performance of the contract, both financial and operational. This enhanced service should be supported by a well-trained and supported catering team across the Schools, with a focus by the successful contractor on both craft training and customer service. There needs to be total transparency with accounts that are clear and easy to understand. The monthly invoice should be supported by a breakdown of the contract's financial performance against budget.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04d496
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001845-2025
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

55520000 - Catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,057,906 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£9,057,906 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Cornwall Education Learning Trust
Additional Buyers

Bodmin College

Brannel School

Carclaze CP School

Fowey Primary School

Lostwithiel Primary School

Luxulyan School

Mevagissey Community Primary School

Mount Charles School

Newquay Junior Academy

Newquay Primary Academy

Newquay Tretherras School

Penrice Academy

Poltair School

Pondhu Primary School

Port Isaac Academy

St Mewan CP School

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CORNWALL
Postcode
TR7 2LZ
Postcode Area
Truro
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Local Authority
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
Newquay Porth & Tretherras
Westminster Constituency
St Austell and Newquay

Further Information

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