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St Joseph's Catholic School and Sixth form - Catering tender

ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL AND SIXTH FORM - CATERING TENDER

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16 Apr 2026 at 13:25

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09 Jan 2026 at 14:05

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Summary of the contracting process

St Joseph's Catholic School and Sixth form in Port Talbot has issued a procurement process for catering services, initially announced on 9th January 2026. The catering contract, valued at approximately £308,500 annually, is aimed at providing services to the school's 830 pupils and 116 staff. The procurement stage was 'active' with an open procurement method known as Competitive Flexible Procedure. The contract, scheduled to commence on 1st September 2026 and conclude on 31st August 2029, offers a guarantee of performance and the possibility of extending for an additional three-year term. This tender, under the public authority sub-central government classification, is set in the Aberavon area of Port Talbot, known for social deprivation, where 37% of pupils qualify for Free School Meals (FSM). Key deadlines include the tender period ending 20th March 2026 and the award period ending 18th May 2026.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for catering businesses seeking to expand their services in the educational sector. The contract prioritises flexibility, proactive service, and innovative catering solutions, making it an ideal prospect for companies skilled in adapting to varied demands and environments. The emphasis on high-quality service standards suggests that businesses with expertise in maintaining excellence throughout operations may thrive. SMEs are encouraged to apply, potentially benefiting from the guaranteed financial returns of the partnership. Given the contract's emphasis on engaging pupils and parents, businesses focusing on community involvement and responsive service delivery may find this opportunity particularly advantageous. St Joseph’s Catholic School offers a dynamic setting for experienced suppliers to showcase expertise and foster growth in school catering services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

St Joseph's Catholic School and Sixth form - Catering tender

Notice Description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for St Joseph's Catholic School and Sixth Form Centre. The annual contract value is approximately PS308,500, and the initial contract term will be three years, commencing 1 September 2026 and concluding 31 August 2029. The contract will operate on a guaranteed performance basis, offering a fixed annual return and/or subsidy. There will be an option to extend for a further term of three years by mutual agreement. St Joseph's Catholic School and Sixth Form Centre is located in the Aberavon area of Port Talbot, one of the most socially deprived areas in Wales. Currently, 37% of pupils are eligible for Free School Meals (FSM). The school has approximately 830 pupils on roll and 116 staff employed on site. In addition to the main lunch service, the school also provides a 20-minute morning break service offering food and drinks to pupils. This tender seeks to appoint a flexible, proactive, and innovative catering contractor capable of meeting the evolving needs of the school community. The appointed contractor will be expected to deliver high-quality service standards, maintaining excellence in all aspects of the operation. The new food offer should deliver consistent quality and value, supported by regular engagement with both pupils and parents throughout the contract term. Please see PSQ Document for more information. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Port-Talbot:-School-catering-services./87NAW7MZF9 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/87NAW7MZF9

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: +3 Please see PSQ Document for more information.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0602ea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034747-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
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
£1,851,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,851,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2026Expired
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
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL AND SIXTH FORM - CATERING TENDER
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORT TALBOT
Postcode
SA12 6EY
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL44 Neath Port Talbot
Delivery Location
TLL17 Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot
Local Authority
Neath Port Talbot
Electoral Ward
Aberavon
Westminster Constituency
Aberafan Maesteg

Further Information

Notice Documents

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