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Provision of Outsourced Catering

BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

04 Mar 2026 at 09:39

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
TenderUpdate

01 Dec 2025 at 13:17

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

01 Dec 2025 at 13:13

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust (BBCET) has concluded a procurement process for outsourced catering services covering multiple regions including Newcastle West and North, North Tyneside and Newcastle East, and St Stephens and St Bartholomew's schools. The award date for the contract is 4th March 2026, with the contract set to commence on 1st September 2026, continuing until 31st August 2028, with an option to extend for three additional 12-month periods. The total value of this contract is £10 million, with services categorised under food, beverages, and related hospitality trades, ultimately aiming to meet high nutritional standards in line with transparency and continuous improvement principles. This contract was procured using an open procedure, facilitating participation for both SMEs and VCSEs, and covers regions within the UKC postcode area.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses within the catering, hospitality, and food service industry, particularly those proficient in delivering high-quality nutritional options and adhering to strict service standards. Businesses specialising in large-scale catering, capable of demonstrating transparency and proactive approaches, will find this tender advantageous. The awarded contract also necessitates maintaining effective communication and engagement with the Trust and schools, providing updates and addressing concerns, making this an ideal opportunity for organisations skilled in client relationship management and service delivery excellence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Outsourced Catering

Notice Description

The Contract is to provide BBCET and its community of children with consistently high quality food services that meet nutritional standards and support the wellbeing of all recipients. The awarded Supplier(s) are to work in partnership with BBCET in line with the following principles: ? Transparency: Operate with transparency, ensuring that all the actions, decisions, services and processes related to the Contract are open and easily understood. ? Assurance: Provide accurate information and assurance that the services delivered meet the agreed-upon standards and specifications. ? Efficiency: Adhere to agreed-upon timelines to ensure that the Contract progresses smoothly and meets deadlines. ? Communication and Engagement: Maintain open and effective communication and engagement with BBCET and individual schools, addressing concerns and providing updates on progress on a timely basis. ? Knowledgeable: Demonstrate expertise in their field and be open to considering and incorporating different ideas or approaches that may benefit BBCET, individual schools and the children. ? Proactive Approach: Proactive stance in identifying and addressing potential issues or challenges. ? Escalation: Clear escalation procedures in place for resolving any disputes, issues, or conflicts that may arise. ? Continuous Improvement: Commit to a culture of continuous improvement, striving to enhance processes, technologies, and services throughout the Contract. ? Adaptability: Demonstrate a supportive and flexible approach in working with the BBCET and individual schools. This includes being adaptable to changing requirements, addressing needs promptly, and offering assistance when necessary. ? Service Delivery: A commitment to delivering high-quality services and adhere to established quality standards and benchmarks.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Newcastle West and North

Provision of outsourced catering services for the schools identified within Newcastle West and North

Renewal: Contract commencing 01st September 2026 for 2 years with the option to extend for a further 3 * 12 month periods (subject to satisfactory performance), with a final potential end date of 31st August 2031.

Lot 2 - North Tyneside and Newcastle East

Provision of outsourced catering services to the schools identified in North Tyneside and Newcastle East

Renewal: Contract commencing 01st September 2026 for 2 years with the option to extend for a further 3 * 12 month periods (subject to satisfactory performance), with a final potential end date of 31st August 2031.

Lot 3 - St Stephens and St Bartholomew's

Provision of outsourced catering to St Stephens and St Bartholomew's schools

Renewal: Contract commencing 01st September 2026 for 2 years with the option to extend for a further 3 * 12 month periods (subject to satisfactory performance), with a final potential end date of 31st August 2031.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ebef
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019303-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

55000000 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20265 months ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE4 9YH
Postcode Area
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Wingrove
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASPENS-SERVICES LIMITED

Further Information

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