Tender

Chelsea Academy Catering Tender

CHELSEA ACADEMY (RM&C)

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Tender

18 Nov 2025 at 14:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Chelsea Academy, in collaboration with RM&C Consultants Ltd, is currently at the tender stage for its "Chelsea Academy Catering Tender". This procurement relates to school catering services within the London area, classified under the CPV code 55524000. Potential suppliers are invited to express their interest by 16th January 2026, with the contract poised to begin on 1st September 2026. The procurement follows a selective method, employing a competitive flexible procedure, and comprises an initial assessment via a Selection Questionnaire. The submission process is electronic, with all responses due through specified submission portals.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in educational catering services. It is particularly well-suited for versatile service providers who can demonstrate quality and efficiency. Given the substantial duration of the contract, which runs until 31st August 2029 with possible renewal, businesses can establish a long-term partnership with a reputable educational institution. The process is open to SMEs, allowing smaller businesses the chance to showcase their capabilities and compete alongside larger entities. As the buyer, Chelsea Academy, operates under sub-central government authority, securing this contract could enhance a company's profile and expand its footprint in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Chelsea Academy Catering Tender

Notice Description

The Academy is putting its catering contract out to tender with a contract start date of 1st September 2026.

Lot Information

Lot 1

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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e376
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074829-2025
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
Lots Value
£1
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
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
CHELSEA ACADEMY (RM&C)
Additional Buyers

RM&C CONSULTANTS LTD

Contact Name
David Allen
Contact Email
david.allen@rmandcconsultants.co.uk, diana.goodhugh@chelsea-academy.org
Contact Phone
+44 7786312805

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW10 0AB
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham

Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Goring
Westminster Constituency
Henley and Thame

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