Planning

Consultancy for the University of Strathclyde Catering Service

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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Planning

25 May 2022 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde is initiating a procurement process for a project titled "Consultancy for the University of Strathclyde Catering Service". This project is classified under the education industry category and is located in Glasgow, UK. The current stage is planning, with a future notice date set for 14th June 2022. Interested suppliers must register their interest by 2nd June 2022 to participate in this market scoping exercise, which aims to understand the interest in improving the university's catering services.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in catering management, market research, and strategic planning. Companies that can conduct operational reviews and develop innovative service models would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, businesses with experience in creating sustainable and financially viable catering solutions are encouraged to engage, as the university seeks to enhance student experiences while maintaining operational excellence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Consultancy for the University of Strathclyde Catering Service

Notice Description

The University of Strathclyde wishes to appoint a supplier to conduct a customer/market led review of its catering services in order to develop a new vision and strategy for catering that will fulfil the University's Vision for 2025 and beyond.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The aim of the review is to review and evaluate the catering provision across campus and identify future action that needs to be taken in order to provide a sector leading catering service that delivers operational excellence, an outstanding student experience; is financially and environmentally sustainable and exceeds the expectations of students, staff & visitors alike. The report should cover an operational review, market research, 5 year strategic plan and supporting investment plan. For further information, the University is looking for options appraisals of the following: - Currently, all of the catering services are delivered in house. -Could/should a mixed model of in-house & renting space to third parties be considered and what are the pros & cons of each? - Currently, all of the catering staff are directly employed by the University; consideration has previously been given to the creation of an SPV - What are the pros & cons of this? - Identify the current gap between the university and student expectations of university catering with particular reference to contribution to student experience/subsidised pricing levels versus commercial sustainability/ university budget expectations. - What is the cost/benefit of a subsidised service, and is it viable?

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000694511
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY449324
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

55500000 - Canteen and catering services

55520000 - Catering services

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 Jun 2022Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
laura.shaw@strath.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1415484451

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1QE
Post Town
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
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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