Summary of the contracting process

River Bank Primary School in Luton, Bedfordshire, is inviting tenders for the provision of catering services under the title "PP-10147 River Bank Primary School Catering". The procurement falls under the industry category of school catering services (CPV code 55524000) and aims to outsource catering responsibilities, including staff employment, food supply, and meal preparation. The tender is currently at the "Tender" stage and has a submission deadline of 19th March 2025. The contract, valued at £1,250,000, has a duration of 1800 days, with the award decision set to start immediately after the submission deadline. The tender process follows an open procedure and submissions can be made electronically or in written form.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in catering services, particularly those with experience in the educational sector. Businesses that can offer nutritious and appealing meals, manage catering operations, and adhere to government food standards are well-suited to compete. The Successful Bidder will have the chance to enhance their portfolio by providing services to a large primary school with a capacity of 840 pupils, thereby gaining a stable contract and potential future recommendations. This procurement is ideal for companies capable of managing a comprehensive catering service, including all legal and health safety requirements, under a Cost Plus financial model as required by the tender terms.

Tender

PP-10147 River Bank Primary School Catering

RIVER BANK PRIMARY SCHOOL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

17th February 2025 12:57:36 PM

Tender Deadline

19th March 2025 12:00:00 PM Expired
Contract Summary

River Bank Primary School is a primary school located on Bath Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 1ES with capacity for 840 pupils.The proposed contract will be for the outsourced provision of catering services to the Client. It is the Client’s expectation that the Successful Bidder shall be responsible for the operation of the catering function including employment and management of staff, supply of foodstuffs, consumables and light equipment and preparing and serving appropriate meals. The Client will retain responsibility for payment of utilities and the operation and maintenance of core catering equipment and facilities. The Successful bidder will provide a range of good quality, nutritious, attractively presented meals for pupils and staff, that comply with Government’s minimum nutritional and food based standards for the educational sector. Meals should reflect growth in healthy eating trends, promote uptake, and comply with the new Ofsted guidance for catering.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

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Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

55524000

CPV Division(s)

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services
Awarding Authority

RIVER BANK PRIMARY SCHOOL

Buyer Name

Marius Pruteanu

Buyer Email

Marius.Pruteanu@place-group.com

Buyer Phone

+44 8452577050

Buyer Address

Bath Road

Luton

LU3 1ES

United Kingdom

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PP-10147 River Bank Primary School Catering

RIVER BANK PRIMARY SCHOOL

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