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University of Winchester - Catering Services

UNIVERSITY OF WINCHESTER

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

12 May 2026 at 16:16

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
TenderUpdate

13 Feb 2026 at 11:43

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

12 Feb 2026 at 17:37

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Winchester has concluded the procurement process for its catering services, awarding the contract to Aramark Limited. The procurement, initiated as a tender, employed an open procedure mechanism suitable for a public authority at the sub-central government level. The University, located in Hampshire, aimed to partner with a supplier to innovate and enhance its catering services, aligning them with the institution’s academic and community standards. The award, activated on 12th May 2026, covers industry category 55520000 for catering services and extends across the UKJ and UKK regions. The contract, valued at £12,000,000, will commence on 1st August 2026, with the initial term running until 31st July 2031 and a potential extension for an additional two years.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses involved in catering services to thrive in a competitive and prestigious academic environment. The open procurement process is an excellent opportunity for large catering companies to showcase their capability to deliver high-quality, innovative services that can improve customer experience and financial performance. Companies with experience in managing broad scale catering facilities and a commitment to community values will find this contract aligns well with their growth and operational objectives. Aramark Limited, selected from three valid bids, demonstrated their ability to satisfy the criteria of maximising the potential of the University of Winchester’s facilities and services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

University of Winchester - Catering Services

Notice Description

This is the Award Notice for our Catering Services Contract. Details are: Following a comprehensive review of its catering operations, the University has decided to outsource its catering provision and appoint a specialist supplier to work in a transparent, collaborative partnership. The selected partner will be expected to bring innovation, experience, and sector expertise to develop the service, maximising both customer experience and financial performance. The University seeks a partner who can deliver a catering service that reflects its academic standards and community values-creating an environment that enhances the experience of students, staff, and visitors alike. The chosen supplier should demonstrate an ability to maximise the potential of the facilities and deliver a service the University can be proud of.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065357
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043601-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55520000 - Catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£9,800,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£12,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20263 months ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Buyer Location

Locality
HAMPSHIRE
Postcode
SO22 4NR
Postcode Area
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Paul
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Aramark Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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