This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

08 Sep 2020 at 01:00

Tender

23 Jan 2020 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Glasgow College is currently seeking a supplier for the "Provision of a Diverse and Sustainable Catering Service" to cater to its staff, students, and visitors across its two campuses in Glasgow, specifically at City Campus and Riverside Campus. The procurement process is in the Award stage, having concluded the open tender on 6 March 2020. The total contract value is estimated at £12 million, spanning a contract period from August 2020 to July 2026, with opportunities for renewal. Bidders were required to satisfy various qualification criteria and criteria regarding environmental sustainability and service flexibility.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the catering and hospitality industry, especially those focused on sustainability and innovative catering solutions. Organisations offering flexible and diverse catering services, capable of operating in a high-demand educational environment, would be particularly well-equipped to compete. The successful provider will not only cater to daily needs but also manage special hospitality events, fostering long-term partnerships with the college while delivering community benefits, such as apprenticeships and work placements.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of a Diverse and Sustainable Catering Service

Notice Description

City of Glasgow College is seeking a company to supply a Diverse and Sustainable Catering Service to their Staff, Students and Visitors. Services will be delivered at both City of Glasgow College campuses: City Campus, 190 Cathedral Street, Glasgow, G4 0RF Riverside Campus, 21 Thistle Street, Glasgow, G5 9XB

Lot Information

Lot 1

City of Glasgow College is seeking a company to supply a Diverse and Sustainable Catering Service to their Staff, Students and Visitors across both Campuses. Between both campus buildings the College offers 12 modern catering outlets. The outlets have been spread throughout the campus buildings to allow students and staff to find meals and snacks as well as hot and cold beverages within a short walk from their classrooms and workspaces. The College require variety across all outlets. High street or bespoke branding is to be encouraged and special themes for particular outlets is required. Similarly, within the City Campus Refectory on level 2, the cluster of four catering outlets must be different in appearance and offer a range of meal styles at prices that are attractive to students. The College requires the Service Provider to be flexible in their approach and adaptable to the needs of the large number of students and staff that will use these buildings. This will be a 52-week contract with a reduced service at non term times. There are staff within both campuses all year round and the Riverside Campus offers maritime student course and Summer Schools throughout July and August. Throughout the year there will be hospitality requirements for a range of small to large events including small meetings, staff training sessions, graduations, symposiums etc. The scope of these requirements excludes beverage and snack/confectionery vending service, which will be tendered separately. Aims and Objectives City of Glasgow College requires an evolving and innovative Catering Provider, who is at the forefront of their industry with sustainability at the heart of their organisation, to meet the objectives set within this contract: - To supply a diverse, sustainable, suitable and affordable catering provision to staff, student and visitors; - To supply a sector-leading efficient and responsive catering offer, with high standards of ingredient provision, presentation, food safety and customer service; - To embed sustainability throughout all operations and the supply chain, reducing impact on the environment and ensuring fair working practices - To develop a strong working partnership with our students and learners, sharing in experience and knowledge.

Renewal: After the initial 4 years (with the option to extend by 2 years) the College will re tender by going back out to the open market.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000611728
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP394416
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55520000 - Catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£12,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Sep 20205 years ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2020 - 31 Jul 2026 Over 5 years
Recurrence
6 years

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
City Of Glasgow College
Additional Buyers

City of Glasgow College

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G5 9XB
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Southside Central
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

BaxterStorey

City Of Glasgow College

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN378443
    Provision of a Diverse and Sustainable Catering Service - City of Glasgow College is seeking a company to supply a Diverse and Sustainable Catering Service to their Staff, Students and Visitors. Services will be delivered at both City of Glasgow College campuses: City Campus, 190 Cathedral Street, Glasgow, G4 0RF Riverside Campus, 21 Thistle Street, Glasgow, G5 9XB
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP394416
    Provision of a Diverse and Sustainable Catering Service - City of Glasgow College is seeking a company to supply a Diverse and Sustainable Catering Service to their Staff, Students and Visitors. Services will be delivered at both City of Glasgow College campuses: City Campus, 190 Cathedral Street, Glasgow, G4 0RF Riverside Campus, 21 Thistle Street, Glasgow, G5 9XB

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