Tender

Wembley Multi Academy Trust Catering Tender

WEMBLEY MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST (RM&C)

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10 Jun 2026 at 14:20

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Wembley Multi-Academy Trust (WMAT) has initiated a tender process for its catering services across three schools: Wembley High Technology College, East Lane Primary School, and North Brent School. The procurement is managed by RM&C Consultants Ltd, with an active tender phase that runs until the expression of interest deadline on 17th July 2026. This contract, starting on 1st January 2027, forms part of the public authority's commitment to deliver quality school catering services, structured as a competitive selective procedure with a focus on flexibility. The process invites businesses to submit their qualifications and, if shortlisted, present their proposals. Located in North Wembley, UK, this procurement falls under the 'services' category with a CPV classification of 55524000 for school catering services.

This tender presents a significant business opportunity primarily for companies proficient in school catering services, with an emphasis on small and medium-sized enterprises, as they are deemed suitable for this contract. The contract, carrying options for renewal subject to satisfactory performance, not only promises stable business for up to three years but can be extended up to 2031. Participating businesses have the chance to expand into strategic public sector catering and enhance their portfolio by securing contracts with a reputable multi-academy trust. The detailed submission process encourages electronic bid submissions through specified channels, allowing businesses to engage comprehensively with the bidding requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Wembley Multi Academy Trust Catering Tender

Notice Description

Wembley Multi Academy Trust (WMAT) are putting their catering contracts out to tender in their three schools: Wembley High Technology College, East Lane Primary School and North Brent School, with a contract start date of 1st January 2027. You will be bidding for the schools as one Lot and the Trust will be able to select their preferred company from the companies shortlisted to make presentations.

Lot Information

Lot 1

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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b20f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054839-2026
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
10 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2029 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
WEMBLEY MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST (RM&C)
Additional Buyers

RM&C CONSULTANTS LTD

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTH WEMBLEY
Postcode
HA0 3NT
Post Town
Harrow
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLI72 Brent
Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Goring
Westminster Constituency
Henley and Thame

Further Information

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