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Waltham Secondary School Cluster Catering Tender

Frederick Bremer School (RM&C)

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12 Sep 2025 at 10:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The Frederick Bremer School, part of the sub-central government authorities in the United Kingdom, is initiating a tender process for the Waltham Secondary School Cluster Catering. The tender, titled "Waltham Secondary School Cluster Catering Tender," involves catering contracts for three schools: Frederick Bremer School, Heathcote School & Science College, and Holy Family Catholic School & Sixth Form. Located in Walthamstow, the schools are seeking services under a competitive flexible procedure, with a focus on school catering services. Interested parties have until 24th October 2025 at 1:00 PM to express interest. The contract, intended to start in April 2026, will be awarded based on a Selection Questionnaire and applicant scoring, with the award decision to be made by 26th January 2026.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in school catering services, particularly those capable of servicing multiple locations. Enterprises that demonstrate high-quality service delivery and innovation in school catering will be well-suited for this contract. The opportunity is ideal for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as there is consideration for their suitability, and up to five companies that pass the initial screening will be invited for interviews. The procurement process allows for electronic submission, encouraging efficient participation. Furthermore, successful performance may lead to contract renewal possibilities, enabling sustained business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Waltham Secondary School Cluster Catering Tender

Notice Description

This cluster of three secondary schools are putting their catering contracts out to tender with contract start dates in April 2026. The schools are Frederick Bremer School, Heathcote School & Science College and Holy Family Catholic School & Sixth Form.

Lot Information

Frederick Bremer School

A community school for 900 pupils in Walthamstow.

Renewal: Renewal possible after 3 years subject to satisfactory performance.

Heathcote School & Science College

This secondary school is based in Chingford and has a roll of 1,000 + students.

Renewal: Renewal possible after 3 years subject to satisfactory performance.

Holy Family Catholic School & Sixth Form

This school is based in Walthamstow and has a roll of 1,000 + students.

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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059921
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056064-2025
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
£3 Under £100K
Lots Value
£3 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 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
Frederick Bremer School (RM&C)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WALTHAMSTOW
Postcode
E17 4EY
Postcode Area
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI53 Redbridge and Waltham Forest
Delivery Location
TLI53 Redbridge and Waltham Forest
Local Authority
Waltham Forest
Electoral Ward
Chapel End
Westminster Constituency
Walthamstow

Further Information

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