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Catering Services Framework - Light Touch

Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT)

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18 Sep 2025 at 22:34

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT) is seeking bids for a "Catering Services Framework - Light Touch," catering to up to 45 schools within a Multi-Academy Trust environment. With an industry focus on school catering services, this open procurement process is currently in the tender stage and encompasses six regional lots, including the North, Northeast, Midlands, East, London, and South regions. The procurement method is defined as an open procedure, and interested parties must submit proposals by 29th October 2025, with the expected contract period lasting 1,440 days and options for renewal. The framework allows for up to 42 participants, enhancing opportunities for multiple suppliers to secure various lots. All submissions must be made electronically or in writing in English.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in school catering services, particularly those that can efficiently manage operations across multiple locations. SMEs with strong logistical capabilities and the ability to deliver high-quality services consistently should consider participating. The high contract values across several lots, such as £11.5 million for the North Region and £14.6 million for the Midlands Region, highlight the substantial financial opportunity. The lack of allowance for variant bids emphasises the need for straightforward, compliant proposals, aligning well with businesses experienced in navigating public sector procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Catering Services Framework - Light Touch

Notice Description

A Catering Services framework for the utilisation of up to 45 schools within a Multi-Academy-Trust environment.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - North Region

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Renewal: One year prior to expiry

Lot 2 - Northeast Region (1)

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Renewal: One year prior to expiry

Lot 3 - Midlands Region (1)

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Renewal: One year prior to renewal

Lot 4 - East Region (1)

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Renewal: One year prior to expiry.

Lot 5 - London Region (1)

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Renewal: One year prior to expiry

Lot 6 - South Region (1)

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Renewal: One year prior to expiry.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059db4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057924-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
£48,300,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
12 December 2025

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B3 1SF
Postcode Area
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Soho & Jewellery Quarter
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

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