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24 Nov 2025 at 16:44

Summary of the contracting process

Bolder Academy (RM&C) is inviting tenders for its catering services, under the title "Bolder Academy Catering Tender". Located in Isleworth, United Kingdom, this procurement process falls within the school catering services industry category. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with Bolder Academy acting as the buying organisation. Potential suppliers must express interest by 9th January 2026, with interviews expected before the award period commencing from 30th March 2026. This selective process utilises a competitive flexible procedure, starting with an evaluation of Selection Questionnaires (SQs) to shortlist companies for interviews, with the contract set to commence on 1st June 2026.

This tender opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in school catering services. Given the nature of the procurement process, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with a focus on quality and experience in the school environment are well-suited to compete. The ability to effectively respond to the Selection Questionnaire and perform well in the interview process is key. The contract not only covers an initial term of three years but also offers the possibility of renewal based on satisfactory performance. This could pave the way for sustained business partnerships and revenue growth for successful bidders.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Bolder Academy Catering Tender

Notice Description

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

Lot Information

Lot 1

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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e7c8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076632-2025
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
24 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 31 May 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
Bolder Academy (RM&C)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ISLEWORTH
Postcode
TW7 5DB
Postcode Area
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames

Local Authority
Hounslow
Electoral Ward
Osterley & Spring Grove
Westminster Constituency
Brentford and Isleworth

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