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St Michael's Catholic High School Catering Tender

The Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust (RM&C)

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Summary of the contracting process

The Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust, a public authority operating under sub-central government jurisdiction, has initiated a procurement process for the catering contract at St Michael's Catholic High School in Watford, Hertfordshire. This contract, valued nominally in financial documents, aims to commence on 2nd April 2027. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, using a selective "Competitive flexible procedure." Interested parties should note the expression of interest deadline set for 11th June 2026, with an awarded decision anticipated by the 8th of December 2026. The procurement focuses on school catering services under the industry classification "School catering services," with submission guidelines mandating adherence to instructions specified in Parts 1 and 2 of the tender documents.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the school catering services sector, particularly those capable of delivering innovative and efficient catering solutions aligned with educational environments. Entities such as SMEs are encouraged to engage in this process, given their eligibility as indicated by the suitability criteria. Businesses experienced in competitive procurement procedures and those capable of delivering quality services are well-positioned to thrive in this tender. The contract offers potential extensions post three years based on performance, allowing for sustained business growth and the development of a long-term partnership with St Michael's Catholic High School.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

St Michael's Catholic High School Catering Tender

Notice Description

St Michael's Catholic High School is located in Watford, Hertfordshire and are part of The Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust. They are putting their catering contract out to tender with a contract start date of 2nd April 2027.

Lot Information

Lot 1

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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06934c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042039-2026
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
7 May 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Apr 2027 - 1 Apr 2030 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 Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust (RM&C)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WATFORD
Postcode
WD25 0SS
Postcode Area
Watford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLH23 Hertfordshire CC
Local Authority
Three Rivers
Electoral Ward
Leavesden
Westminster Constituency
South West Hertfordshire

Further Information

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