Tender

Catering Service for Tolworth School Federation

TOLWORTH JUNIORS SCHOOL

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Tender

07 Nov 2025 at 15:07

Summary of the contracting process

The Tolworth Juniors School has initiated a competitive procurement process for providing catering services for the Tolworth School Federation, which comprises two schools sharing a central kitchen. This tender falls under the industry category of school catering services and is situated in the UKJ25 region, United Kingdom. The process is currently at the tender stage with a selective procurement method known as the Competitive Flexible Procedure. Key deadlines include an expression of interest deadline set for 25th November 2025. The contract, valued at £1,000,000 (gross £1,200,000), is expected to start on 1st September 2026 and could potentially last until 31st August 2031 if extended.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses operating in the catering sector, particularly those experienced in providing services to educational institutions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the contract specifies accommodations for such entities. The selection process will evaluate suppliers based on both quality (70% weighting) and price (30% weighting), allowing businesses to showcase their expertise and competitive financial offers. This contract not only provides a stable revenue stream but also enhances a company's profile through association with the educational sector and potential future renewals.

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Notice Title

Catering Service for Tolworth School Federation

Notice Description

The Competitive Flexible Procedure will consist of two distinct stages, allowing for an initial assessment of interested suppliers. Suppliers will be evaluated against the specific objectives of the new contract through the following stages: * Selection Stage and Shortlisting * Invitation to Tender (ITT) and Shortlisting for Presentation The evaluation of the shortlisting process will be based on the information submitted by the bidding companies. This information will be moderated following the submission of the written statements, the presentations and the checking of supplier references.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: two x twelve month extension subject to mutual agreement in writing

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dcf9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072111-2025
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
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TOLWORTH JUNIORS SCHOOL
Contact Name
Catering - Tolworth School Federation
Contact Email
bursar@tjs.rbksch.org
Contact Phone
020 8399 4231

Buyer Location

Locality
SURBITON
Postcode
KT6 7SA
Post Town
Kingston upon Thames
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton
Delivery Location
TLJ25 West Surrey

Local Authority
Kingston upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Tolworth
Westminster Constituency
Kingston and Surbiton

Further Information

Notice Documents

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