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PP-10154 Ricards Lodge High School Catering

RICARDS LODGE HIGH SCHOOL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

04 Dec 2025 at 12:22

Award

10 Jun 2025 at 15:11

Tender

08 Apr 2025 at 10:46

Summary of the contracting process

Ricards Lodge High School, located in Wimbledon, South West London, has completed the procurement process for its catering services with the title "PP-10154 Ricards Lodge High School Catering." This tender primarily falls within the school catering services industry. The procurement process, conducted through an open procedure, has reached the award stage where the contract was signed on 1st September 2025. The contract duration is set for three years, with a potential extension of up to two additional one-year periods, depending on the school's discretion. The contract, valued at £2,667,821.17, encompasses multiple locations, including the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This procurement provides substantial opportunities for catering providers, particularly those focusing on school meal services. Businesses within the catering and food service industry that emphasise quality, innovation, and cultural inclusivity are well-suited to compete for this contract. The tender specifically sought a catering partner capable of delivering high-quality, nutritious meals, enhancing student wellbeing and promoting cultural diversity through diverse menu offerings. Companies that excel in sustainable practices, creative menu planning, and engagement with school communities may leverage this tender to expand their presence in the educational sector, fostering long-term relationships and business growth.

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Notice Title

PP-10154 Ricards Lodge High School Catering

Notice Description

Procurement description: Ricards Lodge is a girls secondary school in Wimbledon, South West London with 1400 pupils and a mixed sixth form. Ricards Lodge High School believe that food plays a vital role in supporting student attendance, engagement, and overall wellbeing. We are seeking a catering partner that not only provides high-quality, nutritious meals but also shares our values of inclusivity, student welfare, and continuous innovation. Our ideal catering partner will: Promote Wellbeing & Attendance - By offering balanced, appealing, and nutritious meals, the catering service should encourage students to enjoy their school lunches, reducing absences linked to poor diet and lack of engagement with food. Initiatives such as themed food days, breakfast clubs, and increased interaction between the school and the Chef, can help ensure every student has access to meals that fuel learning. Embrace Innovation - The school encourage creative menu planning that introduces students to new, exciting, and healthy food choices while considering sustainability, seasonality, and reducing food waste. Reflect Our School's Cultural Diversity - The school community is enriched by a wide range of cultural backgrounds, and they want their catering service to celebrate this diversity. Menus should offer culturally appropriate meals, including vegetarian, halal, and allergen-friendly options, ensuring all students feel included and represented. The school also value opportunities for themed cultural food events that educate and engage students in different global cuisines. Work in Partnership with the School - The catering provider should collaborate with staff, students, and parents to continually refine and improve the service. Regular feedback mechanisms, tasting sessions, and involvement in school initiatives-such as healthy eating campaigns or wellbeing programs-will help strengthen the connection between food, education, and student success. There is no LGPS. Further information on the Client's requirements can be found at Attachment 1a Client Data and Attachment 1b Specification. The Contract period will be for 3 years initially, with the option to extend for two further one-year periods at the discretion of the Client.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0001

Renewal: Option to extend for two further one-year periods at the discretion of the Client

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04fea3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079709-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details 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

55523100 - School-meal services

55524000 - School catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£2,667,821 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£2,667,821 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RICARDS LODGE HIGH SCHOOL
Additional Buyers

PLACE GROUP LIMITED

Contact Name
Miranda Farland
Contact Email
buildingprojects@ricardslodge.org, contact@place-group.com
Contact Phone
+448452577050

Buyer Location

Locality
WIMBLEDON
Postcode
SW19 7HB
Post Town
South West London
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
Penzance Promenade
Westminster Constituency
St Ives

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CUCINA RESTAURANTS

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