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Trumpington Federation Catering Tender

The Trumpington Federation (RM&C)

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09 Jan 2026 at 13:53

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Trumpington Federation, a public authority in sub-central government, has announced a tender for catering services in their two primary schools in Trumpington, Cambridge. This procurement process is managed by RM&C Consultants Ltd and is currently in the tender stage. The process follows a selective procurement method under a competitive flexible procedure. Key dates to note include the expression of interest deadline on 23rd February 2026, with the contract period set to commence on 1st September 2026 and potentially extending until 31st August 2031. The procurement is classified under 'School catering services' and has a gross value amount of £1.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the catering industry to secure a long-term contract with the education sector. Companies that excel in providing high-quality, cost-effective school catering services will find this tender particularly beneficial. The competitive process allows SMEs the opportunity to demonstrate their capabilities and potentially secure a contract that can spur business growth. The ability to provide compelling presentations and meet the selection criteria will be crucial for businesses aiming to be shortlisted and engaged in the subsequent stages of the tender process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Trumpington Federation Catering Tender

Notice Description

The Federation is putting the catering contracts in their two primary schools out to tender with a contract start date of 1st September 2026. The schools are located in Trumpington, Cambridge. You will be bidding for the schools as one Lot and the Federation will be able to select their preferred company from the companies shortlisted to make presentations.

Lot Information

Lot 1

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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0602e0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001883-2026
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
9 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 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
The Trumpington Federation (RM&C)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBRIDGE
Postcode
CB2 9AY
Postcode Area
Cambridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC
Local Authority
South Cambridgeshire
Electoral Ward
Harston & Comberton
Westminster Constituency
South Cambridgeshire

Further Information

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