This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

28 Apr 2026 at 09:26

Tender

01 Dec 2025 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

Collingwood College, located in Camberley, Surrey, United Kingdom, recently concluded its catering tender process. The college, known for its strong performance and commitment to nurturing independent and responsible students, sought high-quality catering services that could enhance the school's offering. The contract spans three years, from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2029, with a possible extension of two additional years. The competitive flexible procedure was adopted for this open procurement process, with emphasis on quality over the lowest price. The procurement's total estimated value is £2,358,385, covering both performance and hospitality services, and the final award notice was published on 28th April 2026, following the submission deadline on 6th January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the catering industry, particularly those with a focus on delivering fresh, locally sourced ingredients and developing innovative service enhancements. Suitable contenders would be companies with an annual turnover exceeding £500,000, possessing robust liability insurance of at least £5 million. While large established firms like Innovate Services Limited engaged successfully, there is potential for SMEs interested in partnering with educational institutions to innovate and provide superior catering services. Businesses are encouraged to bring creative value additions, aligning with the college's vision of high standards and best value for its students, fostering a collaborative environment as part of the school's inclusive ethos.

How relevant is this notice?

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)

Lot Information

Lot 1

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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ec41
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038378-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£2,793,470 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COLLINGWOOD COLLEGE
Additional Buyers

RIVA PARTNERSHIP LTD

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INNOVATE SERVICES

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