Tender

Provision of Outsourced Catering Services

SRUC

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Tender

13 Feb 2026 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) has initiated a procurement process for the "Provision of Outsourced Catering Services," aimed at enhancing the student experience across multiple campuses including Aberdeen, Cupar, Broxburn, Edinburgh, and Dumfries. The tender, currently active under an open procedure, falls within the education sector with a focus on both higher and further education. Interested parties are invited to submit their electronic bids by 27 March 2026. The procurement seeks a financially sustainable catering service that supports SRUC’s long-term strategic objectives while delivering value for money and fostering a healthy, innovative student environment.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in catering, particularly those that are technologically adept and capable of offering innovative solutions. With an estimated contract value of £1,750,000 GBP, businesses that can provide high-quality, sustainable services with potential for profit share are well-suited to participate. The opportunity allows for a shift from a subsidised arrangement to a model requiring minimal cost to SRUC, making it ideal for caterers looking to expand their portfolio within educational institutions. Additionally, businesses with expertise in healthy eating and operational efficiency will find this tender to align well with their growth ambitions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Outsourced Catering Services

Notice Description

SRUC requires a financially sustainable and forward looking catering service that delivers value for money, enhances the student experience, and supports SRUC's long term strategic aims.

Lot Information

Craibstone Campus, Aberdeen

Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) is seeking a catering partner to deliver a modern, high quality and financially sustainable service at Craibstone Campus. The contract aims to transition from a subsidised arrangement to a nil cost or low subsidy model, with potential for profit share, while supporting healthy eating, sustainability and an enhanced student experience. The service must be commercially robust and technology enabled, delivering innovation, operational efficiency and best industry practice in line with SRUC's strategic objectives.

Renewal: Two x one year contract extension(s) available.

Elmwood Campus, Cupar

Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) is seeking a catering partner to deliver a modern, high quality and financially sustainable service at Elmwood Campus. The contract aims to transition from a subsidised arrangement to a nil cost or low subsidy model, with potential for profit share, while supporting healthy eating, sustainability and an enhanced student experience. The service must be commercially robust and technology enabled, delivering innovation, operational efficiency and best industry practice in line with SRUC's strategic objectives.

Renewal: Two x one year contract extension(s) available.

Oatridge Campus, Broxburn

Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) is seeking a catering partner to deliver a modern, high quality and financially sustainable service at Oatridge Campus. The contract aims to transition from a subsidised arrangement to a nil cost or low subsidy model, with potential for profit share, while supporting healthy eating, sustainability and an enhanced student experience. The service must be commercially robust and technology enabled, delivering innovation, operational efficiency and best industry practice in line with SRUC's strategic objectives.

Renewal: Two x one year contract extension(s) available.

Kings Buildings Campus, Edinburgh

Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) is seeking a catering partner to deliver a modern, high quality and financially sustainable service at King's Buildings Campus. The contract aims to transition from a subsidised arrangement to a nil cost or low subsidy model, with potential for profit share, while supporting healthy eating, sustainability and an enhanced student experience. The service must be commercially robust and technology enabled, delivering innovation, operational efficiency and best industry practice in line with SRUC's strategic objectives.

Renewal: Two x one year contract extension(s) available.

Barony Campus, Dumfries

Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) is seeking a catering partner to deliver a modern, high quality and financially sustainable service at Barony Campus. The contract aims to transition from a subsidised arrangement to a nil cost or low subsidy model, with potential for profit share, while supporting healthy eating, sustainability and an enhanced student experience. The service must be commercially robust and technology enabled, delivering innovation, operational efficiency and best industry practice in line with SRUC's strategic objectives.

Renewal: Two x one year contract extension(s) available.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000823631
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549568
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

CPV Codes

55500000 - Canteen and catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,750,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
February 2031 if extensions are not agreed.

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SRUC
Contact Name
Claire Lorimer
Contact Email
claire.lorimer@sruc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1315354000

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH9 3JG
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife, TLM75 City of Edinburgh, TLM78 West Lothian, TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Southside/Newington
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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