Tender

Wolgarston High School Catering Tender

PENK VALLEY ACADEMY TRUST

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Tender

17 Mar 2025 at 15:53

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Penk Valley Academy Trust is seeking a contractor for the Wolgarston High School Catering Tender, focusing on the provision of freshly prepared meals and healthy snacks for the school's approximately 850 students. This procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with an open procedure method. The contract is situated in Penkridge, within the UK region UKG24. Key dates to note include the tender period ending on 24th April 2025 and the award period concluding on 28th May 2025. The contract value is estimated between £1,250,000 to £1,500,000 GBP, with the contract set to commence on 1st August 2025 and potentially lasting until 31st July 2030, including renewal options.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the school catering services sector to expand their portfolio by securing a long-term contract with a reputable educational institution. Companies that specialise in providing healthy and varied menu options, can demonstrate high-quality standards, and are able to offer competitive pricing will be well-positioned to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the tender's suitability for such entities. The procurement process prioritises quality and price, making it ideal for businesses that can deliver excellent services while maintaining cost-effectiveness.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Wolgarston High School Catering Tender

Notice Description

This is a secondary school with approximately 850 students. The school is looking for a supplier who will provide freshly prepared meals, a wide range of healthy snacks and drinks.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04ee0b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009730-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55524000 - School catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 3-4 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
PENK VALLEY ACADEMY TRUST
Additional Buyers

ACADEMY CONSULTANCY EXPERT ADVICE LTD

Contact Name
Dave Croshaw
Contact Email
dave.croshaw@ace-advice.co.uk, procurement@penkvalley.co.uk
Contact Phone
07765062169

Buyer Location

Locality
PENKRIDGE
Postcode
ST19 5RX
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG22 Shropshire
Delivery Location
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Local Authority
Shropshire
Electoral Ward
Llanymynech
Westminster Constituency
North Shropshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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