Planning

Cytundeb Arlwyo Ysgolion | School Catering Contract

ISLE OF ANGLESEY COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

20 May 2026 at 09:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Isle of Anglesey County Council is currently in the planning stage of a tender process titled "Cytundeb Arlwyo Ysgolion | School Catering Contract," which pertains to the provision of school lunch services across schools in Anglesey, Wales. This upcoming procurement falls under the services category with a primary focus on canteen and catering services, classified under CPV code 55500000. The contract, valued at approximately £4,800,000, is expected to start on 1st August 2028 and conclude by 30th July 2032. A future notice is scheduled to be issued on 1st August 2027. The tender process adheres to the Welsh devolved regulations and is structured to accommodate SMEs, offering a significant opportunity for service providers within this sector.

This procurement presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in canteen and catering services. Small and medium enterprises are particularly encouraged to consider this opportunity due to the identified suitability criteria, which supports SME participation. Companies with experience in large-scale food service management, especially within educational settings, would be well-matched to the demands of this contract. By engaging in this tender, businesses have the chance to enhance their portfolio in the public sector and secure a multi-year contract valued at millions, thus contributing to their growth and stability in the marketplace.

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Notice Title

Cytundeb Arlwyo Ysgolion | School Catering Contract

Notice Description

Darpariaeth cinio ysgol ar draws ysgolion y Sir. Provision of school lunch across the County's schools.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069cbe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046119-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55500000 - Canteen and catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 20272 years to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2028 - 30 Jul 2032 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ISLE OF ANGLESEY COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ANGLESEY.
Postcode
LL77 7TW
Post Town
Llandudno
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL31 Isle of Anglesey
Delivery Location
TLL11 Isle of Anglesey

Local Authority
Isle of Anglesey
Electoral Ward
Cefni
Westminster Constituency
Ynys Môn

Further Information

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