Tender

Collingwood College - Catering Tender

COLLINGWOOD COLLEGE

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Tender

01 Dec 2025 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

Collingwood College, a high-performing secondary school located in Camberley, UK, has initiated a tender process for the provision of catering services. This opportunity, titled "Collingwood College - Catering Tender," falls under the School catering services category and is being managed by the RIVA Partnership Ltd. The tender process is currently in the active procurement stage, with an expression of interest deadline set for 6th January 2026. The contract, valued at £2,358,385, spans from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2029, with an option to extend for up to two additional years. This tender employs an open Competitive Flexible Procedure, which includes a two-stage evaluation process prioritizing quality at 65% and cost at 35%.

Businesses specialising in catering services, particularly those aligned with innovative menu design and the delivery of fresh, locally sourced ingredients, will find this tender an ideal opportunity for growth. With the focus on securing 'best value' rather than the lowest bid, companies with a turnover of £500,000 and an emphasis on quality and innovative service improvements are likely to thrive. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary sector enterprises are encouraged to participate, given the school's commitment to fostering a partnership-based approach with its catering provider. This represents a significant opportunity to impact the school's catering service delivery and further enhance business credibility and market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Collingwood College - Catering Tender

Notice Description

Collingwood College is one of Surrey's best performing secondary schools, consistently delivering excellent outcomes for students aged 11 to 18. We are committed to developing responsible, independent and happy young people who have a strong moral code and contribute to society both economically and socially. Students have the self-belief to take a 'no-limits' approach to their learning and be the best that they can be. In all aspects of College life they can be proud of who they are, develop a growth mindset and become well-equipped to meet the challenges of the future. Further information regarding the School can be obtained here: https://www.collingwoodcollege.com/ Tender information: The successful tenderer will be required to provide excellent catering services to Collingwood College, which has 1,718 pupils and 218 teaching and support staff. The contract term being tendered is for three years, 1st September 2026 - 31st August 2029. There is an option for a further extension period for up to two additional years to 31st August 2031. The contract offers an excellent opportunity to review and propose enhancements to the current catering services at the School. This includes but is not limited to; breakfast, morning break, lunchtime and after school services, over the academic year, plus hospitality services upon request. The school is keen to secure a high quality catering service including fresh locally sourced ingredients prepared on site, with a menu design that is flexible to suit the requirements of the school's specific students. The school is proud of its 'family ethos' and expects both a tightly managed service and a management style delivered by the successful contractor that supports, encourages and develops the catering staff. The school is not obliged to accept the lowest price submitted for this tender, rather the school is keen to secure 'best value' from this contract and to deliver 'best value' to its students. Innovative and creative ideas as to how the services can be developed and value added, will be welcomed. The school seeks a contractor that is keen to work in partnership and who will deliver to its highest abilities, at all times. Value of contract: The annual value of the current contract is PS471,677 (the total sales including fsm, in the last contract year). Therefore the value of this contract is PS2,358,385 (above total x 5 as this contract is for a maximum of 5 years) The contract shall be a guaranteed performance contract with any hospitality requirements billed separately. The tender process will be run under a two stage Competitive Flexible procedure. Additional requirements and information: *The school has a minimum requirement for a contractor's employers' liability and public liability insurances of PS5 million *The minimum annual turnover that your company must have achieved to be considered for this opportunity is PS500,000 *There are not incumbent catering staff currently within the Local Government Pension Scheme *The catering services are currently contracted to Innovate (Impact Food Group) For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Camberley:-School-catering-services./665245FG54 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/665245FG54

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: There is an option for a further extension period for up to two additional years to 31st August 2031.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ec41
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078614-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£2,358,385 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,358,385 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Dec 20253 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jan 20262 months to go
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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COLLINGWOOD COLLEGE
Additional Buyers

RIVA PARTNERSHIP LTD

Contact Name
Rachel OGrady
Contact Email
tenders@rivapartnership.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1252 977017

Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBERLEY
Postcode
GU15 4AE
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex

Local Authority
Waverley
Electoral Ward
Farnham Moor Park
Westminster Constituency
Farnham and Bordon

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