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On-site catering

The Police & Crime Commissioner for Sussex

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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14 Aug 2025 at 10:08

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
ContractTermination

14 Aug 2025 at 09:25

UK11 - Contract Termination Notice
Award

13 Aug 2025 at 15:26

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Police & Crime Commissioner for Sussex undertook a procurement process for on-site catering services at their Police Headquarters in Lewes, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the public authority - sub-central government category, focusing on canteen and catering services within the UKJ region. The process was completed through a below threshold, limited competition method, and has progressed to the award stage, with COMPASS CONTRACT SERVICES (U.K.) LIMITED being the selected supplier. The contract is active from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2029, with potential extensions agreed mutually between the parties, totalling a gross value of £2,431,125. Contractual obligations commenced on 27th June 2025, underpinning a four-year service span, with the possibility of renewal up to 2031.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in catering services, particularly those capable of on-site service provision and equipment maintenance. Large-scale enterprises like COMPASS Contract Services have aligned their services to meet the public sector's tailored needs, showcasing potential growth within defined service categories. Businesses with operations in the UKG31 and UKJ2 regions, or those seeking geographical expansion, could find similar procurement opportunities beneficial for scaling their operations and penetrating new market segments. Furthermore, consistent delivery of high-quality service and compliance with specific public sector requirements can enhance business credibility and pave the way for long-term partnerships in governmental contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

On-site catering

Notice Description

Onsite catering provision for Police Headquarters, includes a maintenance provision for catering equipment owned by the customer.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058738
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048631-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55500000 - Canteen and catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,077,887 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Aug 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jun 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active, Terminated

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Police & Crime Commissioner for Sussex
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 2FZ
Postcode Area
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMPASS CONTRACT SERVICES (U.K.) LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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