Tender

Provision of Outsourced Catering Service

RESPECT COLLABORATION TRUST

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11 May 2026 at 18:47

Tender

01 May 2026 at 14:24

Summary of the contracting process

The Respect Collaboration Trust has announced an open procurement for the provision of an outsourced catering service, focusing on school catering services under the CPV code 55524000. This opportunity is set in Derby, UK, with services to be delivered across the UKF1 region. The process is currently in the tender stage, and interested parties need to submit their tenders by 10th June 2026 at 12:00 BST. Key deadlines to note include the enquiry period, ending on 1st June 2026, and the potential award date set for 1st July 2026. The contract begins on 1st September 2026 and spans three years with an option for an extension. The total contract value has been amended to £750,000 gross, making this a substantial opportunity for potential suppliers.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) already operating in the catering sector. Businesses that can demonstrate a competent mix of high-quality service, a strong economic standing, and relevant past experience will stand out in the evaluation process, which emphasizes service quality (60%) and competitive pricing. SMEs with a proven track record in handling similar contracts and a willingness to adapt services across multiple sites within the Trust will find this opportunity particularly advantageous. Furthermore, additional purchases and the integration of new schools into the contract provide ongoing expansion prospects. This tender also aligns well with businesses prioritizing healthy eating initiatives, essential for meeting the tender's focus on improving pupil meal experiences.

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Notice Title

Provision of Outsourced Catering Service

Notice Description

The Trust is looking for an outsourced catering provider to provide a high-quality service. The Contractor shall: a. provide an improved hot and cold option with greater focus on healthy eating and increased pupil uptake b. provide a hot option at other sites where possible

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. To enable further schools to be added to the contract as they join the Trust and to enable additional modules or services in relation to the software.

Renewal: Possible extension of two (2) further years, in 12-month intervals (3 +1+1).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069094
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043246-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open 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
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jun 20264 weeks to go
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
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RESPECT COLLABORATION TRUST
Additional Buyers

PHP LAW LLP

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

Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE1 3LB
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire

Local Authority
South Hams
Electoral Ward
Totnes
Westminster Constituency
South Devon

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