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The contracting authority will consider variant bids, evaluating them (so far as the variant or the evaluation of the variant is in the opinion of the contracting authority practicable) on the same basis as a conforming bid, but shall not be obliged to accept any such bid in preference to a conforming bid even if the variant bid scores more highly. No variant will be considered unless the bidder simultaneously submits a conforming bid. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://litmustms.co.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Wolverhampton:-School-catering-services./3XZ97JVWG8 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/3XZ97JVWG8 GO Reference: GO-2025210-PRO-29369813", "initiationType": "tender", "tender": { "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-04dd62", "legalBasis": { "id": "32014L0024", "scheme": "CELEX" }, "title": "Wolverhampton Cluster ~ Catering Tender", "status": "active", "classification": { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "55524000", "description": "School catering services" }, "mainProcurementCategory": "services", "description": "The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for the following Schools within the Wolverhampton Cluster.", "value": { "amount": 31012514, "currency": "GBP" }, "lots": [ { "id": "1", "description": "The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the Schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements. The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2025, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years. The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget. The Cluster are seeking a suitably experienced, education catering contractor who is able to evidence working within Primary Schools of varying needs with the West Midlands. The successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within the vicinity, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contractual term. The services across the Schools are currently outsourced, and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of the current employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and, in this instance, the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme. The Cluster wishes to achieve as a result of this tender process: 1.The provision of a healthy, balanced menu that meets nutritional guidelines and is enjoyed by all users of the service. This menu should be inclusive of those with special dietary requirements. 2.An innovative and flexible menu that is in keeping with current food trends. 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