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Wellacre Academy ~ Catering Tender

Wellacre Academy

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15 Oct 2026 at 09:06

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Wellacre Academy is seeking a supplier to provide catering services for the school in Manchester. The requirement covers school catering; the tender description does not set out a more detailed service scope. Wellacre Academy is the buying organisation, and delivery is in the Manchester area. The school describes its priorities as providing a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment, supporting student wellbeing and helping pupils thrive. Suppliers should consider whether their school catering offer can support these aims alongside the Academy’s day-to-day catering needs.

The process reached tender: Wellacre Academy invited offers through an open competitive flexible procedure. The deadline for clarification questions was 13 November 2026 at 12:00, and the bid deadline was 5 February 2027 at 12:00. The intended contract period runs from 1 August 2027 to 31 July 2030, with renewal options potentially extending it to 31 July 2032; the renewal description refers to a 3+1+1 arrangement. The estimated contract value is £1,241,255 including VAT. Quality carries 70% of the evaluation weighting and price 30%. There is one lot, and the notice gives an award decision date of 29 March 2027.

This opportunity is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses, so it may be relevant to independent caterers and specialist school-meal providers as well as larger catering operators. It calls for the capability to deliver a school catering service for Wellacre Academy and to work in a way that supports an inclusive, safe and welcoming school environment. Quality is the main evaluation consideration, making the service offer and its alignment with the Academy’s priorities particularly important alongside price. The procurement description directs suppliers to a PSQ for further information; bidders will need to assess the detailed requirements there, including any capability, staffing, accreditation or capacity thresholds, before deciding whether the contract fits their operation. The overall requirement is a substantial, multi-year school catering service.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Wellacre Academy ~ Catering Tender

Notice Description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide Catering Services for Wellacre Academy. Contract Value: PS248,247 2025/26 excluding VAT Contract Length: Three {3} 1+1 years Principal: Mrs J Sharrock I am very proud to lead a school where caring and committed staff ensure that students are happy, safe and thrive. At Wellacre, we inspire our students to learn, provide opportunities which help them to achieve well and provide strong pastoral care which means our students enjoy their time at school. Through strong partnerships we work together to instil a sense of belonging for all, which enables every student to succeed and become active members of their community as they move into adulthood. Our vision, ethos and mission Our vision underpins our policies and practices: 'Working together to instil a sense of belonging for all so that every student thrives.' Our ethos provides all our students with an education which will Inspire them to learn, empower them to Achieve their full potential and enable them to Enjoy their time at school. Our mission sustains our everyday commitment to; Maintaining a school environment which is safe, welcoming and inclusive. Providing excellence in education and creating the opportunities for every student to fulfil their potential, whatever their background or need. Ensuring strong inclusive practices are at the heart of everything we do, promoting wellbeing and equity for all. Providing the right challenge and support at the right time so everyone can experience success. Creating confident and knowledgeable students and staff with a strong sense of identity and a common purpose. Wellacre is a happy, safe and thriving school of which staff, students and their families are proud. Please see PSQ Document for more information. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://litmustms.co.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Manchester:-School-catering-services./3WJKB6HNKT To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/3WJKB6HNKT

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 3+1+1 Please see PSQ Document for more information.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-078815
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/097265-2026
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
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
£1,241,255 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,241,255 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 20274 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2027 - 31 Jul 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
Wellacre Academy
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M41 6AP
Postcode Area
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLD33 Manchester
Local Authority
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Flixton
Westminster Constituency
Stretford and Urmston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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