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Croydon Primary Cluster Catering Tender

Downsview Primary School (RM&C)

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22 May 2026 at 15:06

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process initiated by Downsview Primary School (RM&C) regarding the "Croydon Primary Cluster Catering Tender," falls under the industry category of school catering services. This selective procurement involves four schools within the Croydon area, namely Downsview Primary and Nursery School, All Saints' CofE Primary School, Rockmount Primary School, and St John's CofE Primary School. Located in Upper Norwood and Shirley, these schools are seeking independent bids for their catering services, with an anticipated contract commencement date of 1st April 2027. The current stage of this procurement is the tender phase, with a deadline for expression of interest set for 3rd July 2026 at 13:00. The process employs a competitive flexible procedure that invites up to five companies meeting the selection criteria for interview consideration if they reach the required pass mark during the first evaluation stage.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the school catering services sector, particularly those experienced in proving service to educational institutions. Companies that excel in quality service delivery and have a track record of working with similar-sized schools would be particularly well-suited to participate. The procurement process encourages the participation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), making it an attractive option for companies looking to expand their presence or establish new partnerships within the UK educational sector. The long-term contract periods with potential renewals add to the potential for sustained business growth and stability.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Croydon Primary Cluster Catering Tender

Notice Description

There are four schools in this Croydon Primary Cluster: Downsview Primary and Nursery School, All Saints' CofE Primary School, Rockmount Primary School and St John's CofE Primary School. The schools are putting their catering contracts out to tender with a contract start date of 1st April 2027 for all the schools. You will be bidding for each school individually and the schools will be able to select their preferred company from the companies shortlisted to make presentations.

Lot Information

Downsview Primary and Nursery School

The school is located in Upper Norwood and has a roll of 613 pupils.

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

All Saints' CofE Primary School

The school is located in Upper Norwood and has a roll of 155 pupils.

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

Rockmount Primary School

The school is located in Upper Norwood and has a roll of 453 pupils.

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

St John's CofE Primary School

The school is located in Shirley and has a roll of 415 pupils.

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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a1bc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048064-2026
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
£4 Under £100K
Lots Value
£4 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2027 - 31 Mar 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
Downsview Primary School (RM&C)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
UPPER NORWOOD
Postcode
SE19 3XE
Postcode Area
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI62 Croydon
Delivery Location
TLI62 Croydon
Local Authority
Croydon
Electoral Ward
Norbury Park
Westminster Constituency
Streatham and Croydon North

Further Information

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