Tender

Provision of Schools Catering Services

LIFT SCHOOLS

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

05 Jan 2026 at 15:33

Planning

19 Aug 2025 at 15:29

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by Lift Schools, a sub-central government authority located in London, is offering an active tender for the "Provision of Schools Catering Services." This initiative, which forms an integral part of the educational environment, aims to deliver nutritious and affordable school meals across various regions including North, South West, Midlands, London & South, and East, contributing to better curriculum attainment. This tender encompasses school catering services, classified under the CPV code 55524000, with a procurement volume of £95 million. The process follows an open procedure, and interested suppliers are encouraged to submit their bids electronically by 16th February 2026. The enquiry period will be open until 10th February 2026, and awards are expected by 30th April 2026. The contract is set to commence on 1st September 2026 and will run until 31st August 2031, with an option for renewal.

This tender offers an excellent opportunity for service providers in the catering industry to expand their operations by partnering with Lift Schools. Companies, particularly those experienced in large-scale food service provision and committed to quality, sustainability, and innovation, would find this opportunity aligned with their business strengths. The contract prioritises value for money, technical quality, and onsite supplier evaluations as part of its award criteria, thereby providing a platform for businesses capable of delivering cost-effective, high-quality catering services. SMEs showcasing the ability to address real-world challenges like consistent meal standards, waste management, and food supply stability may find this procurement process supportive of their business growth objectives.

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Notice Title

Provision of Schools Catering Services

Notice Description

Provision of school meals and additional catering services at Lift Schools , in accordance with all relevant statutory requirements , good practice guidelines and to provide good quality, nutritious meals at an affordable price.The service will be an integral part of the school day where pupils will be able to take a nourishing meal in a pleasant and orderly environment which aids in curriculum attainment.

Lot Information

North Region

Schools in our North region as described in Tender documents

Renewal: 1 Plus 1

Southwest Region

Schools in our Southwest region as described in Tender documents

Renewal: 1 Plus 1

Midlands Region

Schools in our Midlands region as described in Tender documents

Renewal: 1 Plus 1

London & South

Schools in our London & South region as described in Tender documents

Renewal: 1 Plus 1

East Region

Schools in our East region as described in Tender documents

Renewal: 1 Plus 1

Planning Information

In late September/Early October 2025 The Trust will be dedicating 3 free to attend regional events - London, South West and The Midlands. This will be a Presentation from Lift , an open forum and a series of 15 minute 1-2-1 slots for each supplier with a Lift Schools team member. We aim to involve some of our primary & secondary educators in each area where we hold the event. We would like our wider educational team to be part of the vision as we present to and speak with suppliers. We are aiming for these events to be a proactive approach to building collaborative ,transparent and mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers in the catering industry. If you would like to be invited to one of these regional events please indicate via correspondence on the Intend Portal https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal before Friday 19th September 2025 the following; Company Name(s) of attendees Region Preferred Y/N for 1-2-1 slot

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058ac5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000405-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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
£95,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
18 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2033-01-05

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIFT SCHOOLS
Contact Name
Andrea Weed
Contact Email
procurement@liftschools.org
Contact Phone
07831136229

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W12 7TF
Post Town
West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Hammersmith and Fulham
Electoral Ward
White City
Westminster Constituency
Hammersmith and Chiswick

Further Information

Notice Documents

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