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Provision of Catering Services

Derby College Group

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

21 Nov 2025 at 14:07

UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
TenderUpdate

21 Oct 2025 at 17:02

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

21 Oct 2025 at 17:01

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

24 Sep 2025 at 19:04

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Derby College Group has initiated a procurement process for the "Provision of Catering Services" across its campuses, with the process currently in the 'tender' stage. As a public authority classified under sub-central government entities, Derby College seeks to adopt an innovative approach in providing catering services starting from 1st August 2026. The procurement method used is an open procedure under a 'light touch regime', inviting bids for contracts that may extend up to eight years. The final date for the submission of tenders is scheduled for 5th December 2025. Residing in Derby, in the UKF11 region, the college emphasizes inclusivity and compliance with legislative requirements like Natasha’s Law. The contract award is expected to be finalized by 6th April 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses with a focus on catering services, especially those attuned to providing innovative and adaptable solutions. With a contract value estimated at around £9 million, this is an attractive proposal for enterprises involved in catering supplies, canteen services, and cafeteria management. The tender encourages creative delivery approaches and includes mandatory conditions such as providing a variety of food options and accommodating dietary requirements. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary/third sector enterprises (VCSEs), are noted for suitability, potentially enhancing their business growth through engagement in this comprehensive service provision endeavour. Detailed tender documents are accessible online, allowing interested parties to comprehend the full scope and requirements of the tender process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Catering Services

Notice Description

DCG wish to take this opportunity to procure a completely different approach to the provision of catering services across all Derby College Group campuses from 01.08.26. An output specification is being used) to allow for tendering organisations to be creative in how they deliver services. The only mandatory requirements stipulated are that the provision should ensure * a positive and equal catering experience for all DCG stakeholders across all sites to encompass provision for all dietary and legislative requirements i.e. Natasha's Law * there are suitable food options for all DCG users throughout the day, including vending and branded offers * bursary / free college meals are available for learners and barriers to uptake removed * free breakfasts (currently toast) on GCSE exam dates * Little Explorers Nursery is provided for within the catering offer including non-term time and closure to the main college - excluding over the Christmas period * Pre ordered chargeable hospitality offers are available during college opening hours * A continually evolving service to adapt to innovative new technologies and in demand market trends Please refer to the tender pack available via https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/aspx/Home

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: A three-year fixed term contract is proposed starting 01.08.26 with a further three options to extend on a 2+2+1 (or as agreed between the parties) subject to satisfactory performance and the agreement of terms up to a maximum term of eight years ending 31.07.32.

Planning Information

Please register on the In-tend Education portal (free of charge) at https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/aspx/Home. From this site you can download the tender brief providing an overview of the requirement with further instructions for the subsequent tender - including a full timetable. This site will also be used tender publication. Should you have any issues accessing the site please contact anna@agmprocurement.com. IMPORTANT: A Teams briefing will be held at 1.30pm on 10.10.25, this is a single event planned for all interested parties to meet the contract team and understand the Derby College Group requirements in more detail. To attend please register your attendees via the In-tend correspondence function by 09.10.25 in accordance with the instructions provided in the tender brief.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a18a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076071-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

42 - Industrial machinery

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

39222000 - Catering supplies

42933000 - Vending machines

55500000 - Canteen and catering services

55510000 - Canteen services

55511000 - Canteen and other restricted-clientele cafeteria services

55512000 - Canteen management services

55520000 - Catering services

55523000 - Catering services for other enterprises or other institutions

55524000 - School catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
16 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2033-10-01

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Cancelled

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Derby College Group
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE24 8UG
Postcode Area
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF11 Derby
Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Alvaston North
Westminster Constituency
Derby South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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