This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

16 Jun 2026 at 15:28

PlanningUpdate

03 Feb 2026 at 13:19

Planning

02 Feb 2026 at 11:01

Summary of the contracting process

Bournemouth University is actively seeking a professional and experienced catering contractor to offer high-quality and innovative catering and hospitality services. The procurement process, currently at the tender stage, involves an open procedure and focuses on services within the main procurement category. Located at the University’s campuses in Poole and encompassing the United Kingdom region UKK24, the contract is structured to be nil-cost with a profit-sharing model and aims to enhance the student experience. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 27th July 2026, with the award expected to occur by 1st October 2026, and the contract period beginning on 10th January 2027, lasting until 2034, with possible extensions.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses in the catering industry, particularly those experienced in delivering student-centred services. Organisations providing environmentally sustainable operations and technologically advanced solutions will find this contract advantageous. Both small to medium enterprises and large businesses, including those located within and outside Bournemouth, are encouraged to participate. This diverse inclusion aims to foster competitive offerings while ensuring a high standard of service value and innovation on campus. Such opportunities are ideal for businesses that focus on quality service, student engagement, and innovative approaches to food and hospitality.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Catering Services

Notice Description

The University is seeking to appoint a professional and experienced catering contractor capable of delivering a student-focused, high-quality and innovative catering and hospitality service. The student experience is central to the University's mission, and the successful contractor will be expected to provide a sector-leading service that promotes and prioritises a campus-first experience and improves overall student satisfaction. The successful supplier will be required to operate on a Nil-Cost Guaranteed with Profit Share basis.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Subject to agreement, the Contract may be extended for 2 Years.

Planning Information

A Preliminary Market Engagement document is available to potential participants as part of this notice. The documents sets out the high-level requirements of the engagement process including the scope of the exercise and how organisations may register their interest. Here is an overview of the requirements: The University carrying out a Preliminary Market Engagement exercise for Catering Services. This will inform the tender process to appoint a professional and experienced catering contractor capable of delivering a student-focused, high-quality and innovative catering and hospitality service. The student experience is central to the University's mission, and the successful contractor will be expected to provide a sector-leading service that promotes and prioritises a campus-first experience and improves overall student satisfaction. Campus Locations Catering services are required across the University's two principal campus locations: • Talbot Campus • Lansdowne Campus Each campus serves a diverse student, staff, and visitor population, requiring a flexible, responsive catering and hospitality service. Key requirements include: • Cost neutral with a surplus, a service model that both delivers at no cost to the University, yet provides profit sharing for the University to reinvest back into its student experience • A student centred, high-quality, contemporary and authentic food and beverage offer across all catering outlets • Excellent value for money, including accessible low-price entry points, discounts and loyalty schemes • A continually evolving and innovative service model, providing a contemporary offer that aligns with student's tastes and trends • A sustainable and environmentally responsible operation, incorporating a robust and data driven "reduce, reuse, recycle" waste management strategy • A technologically advanced service, providing digital solutions that enhance convenience, drive engagement and repeat custom • A strong commitment to staff training, personal development, and education Format of the Preliminary Market Engagement Exercise The exercise will consist of: • Written responses to the areas of the PME document identified as required. • One-to-one meetings with suppliers that have responded to this exercise (hereafter referred to as Participants) via face to face on site at one of the University campus locations. Meeting duration will be a maximum of 1.5 hours. The University will reduce the number of Participants from written responses to one-to-one discussions via the following method: Management of Engagement Activity • At least one SME will be included; • At least one large enterprise will be included; • At least one non-incumbent supplier will be included; • At least one Participant with a registered address within Bournemouth will be included; • At least one Participant with a registered address outside of Bournemouth will be included; The above elements can/will only apply if at least one Participant meets that description. If you wish to participate in this pre-market engagement exercise you must express your interest in the exercise and download the document from In-Tend: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bournemouthuniversity/aspx/Home

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0613f1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056803-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55520000 - Catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
13 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Jan 2027 - 9 Jan 2034 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2034-01-10

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
POOLE
Postcode
BH12 5BB
Post Town
Bournemouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Delivery Location
TLK24 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Local Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Electoral Ward
Talbot & Branksome Woods
Westminster Constituency
Bournemouth West

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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