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02 May 2025 at 13:34

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Queenswell Schools Catering Tender" is currently in the tender stage and has been initiated by Queenswell Schools, a sub-central government public authority located in London, United Kingdom. This tender is aimed at securing school catering services with a contract period starting from 25th October 2025. Potential bidders are required to express their interest by 10th June 2025, and the award period extends until 10th September 2025. Managed by RM&C Consultants Ltd., the procurement method is a selective competitive flexible procedure, inviting up to five companies for interview based on a scoring system outlined in the Selection Questionnaire Document Part 1.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in school catering services. Ideal candidates are likely to be SMEs due to their suitability score. Companies with expertise in providing comprehensive school catering solutions will be well-positioned to bid. The competitive selection process allows businesses to showcase quality in their service offerings by meeting and exceeding the scoring criteria. With a possibility of contract renewal post the initial three-year term, this tender is advantageous for businesses aiming to establish a long-term partnership within the educational sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Queenswell Schools Catering Tender

Notice Description

Queenswells Schools is putting its catering contract out to tender with a contract start date of 25th October 2025. See SQ Document Part 1 for more details.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Renewal possible after three years subject to satisfactory performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050c40
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018767-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible 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
Lots Value
£1
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 May 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Oct 2025 - 24 Oct 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Queenswell Schools
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N20 0NQ
Postcode Area
North London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI71 Barnet
Delivery Location
TLI71 Barnet

Local Authority
Barnet
Electoral Ward
Whetstone
Westminster Constituency
Chipping Barnet

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