--- title: "City of London Schools Catering Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-064f2eb3-fea5-4c5a-9518-0a68d7475a4e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-064f2eb3-fea5-4c5a-9518-0a68d7475a4e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-064f2eb3-fea5-4c5a-9518-0a68d7475a4e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-064f2eb3-fea5-4c5a-9518-0a68d7475a4e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CITY OF LONDON CORPORATION" published: "2025-02-04" --- # City of London Schools Catering Services Buyer: CITY OF LONDON CORPORATION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-064f2eb3-fea5-4c5a-9518-0a68d7475a4e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-064f2eb3-fea5-4c5a-9518-0a68d7475a4e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-064f2eb3-fea5-4c5a-9518-0a68d7475a4e.json) ## Summary The City of London Corporation is currently conducting an open tender process for the provision of Schools Catering Services for the City of London School and the City of London School for Girls. This tender, titled "City of London Schools Catering Services," falls under the industry category of school catering services. Bidders are invited to submit their tenders by 6th March 2025, with the contract anticipated to start on 1st September 2025 and run for an initial period of 5 years, with a possible extension of up to 2 more years. The estimated total value of the contract, including extensions, is £10,500,000, with an annual value of approximately £1,500,000. The procurement method being utilised is an open procedure, appropriate for above-threshold contracts, ensuring a competitive and transparent selection process. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in school catering services, particularly those capable of delivering comprehensive catering solutions, including daily meal provision, event catering, cafe management, and adherence to nutritional and hygiene standards. Given the substantial contract value and potential for a 7-year partnership, this tender is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises looking to expand their portfolio within London's education sector. The successful bidder will need to demonstrate robust financial management, a commitment to sustainability and allergy awareness, and the ability to provide high-quality, nutritious meals that foster a positive dining experience for pupils and staff. ## Notice The City of London Corporation (the City) invites Tenders for the provision of Schools Catering Services for the City of London School (CLS) and the City of London School for Girls (CLGS) contract. The City Schools (CLS & CLSG) require a new catering contract to replace the current catering contract that expires at the end of the summer term 2025. The Contractor is responsible for setting up the dining area for a full restaurant service. Clearing/cleaning the dining area on a daily or as required basis to agreed standards. Provides overall supervision to ensure that the service is carried out in line with the contract specification including: - The ability to cater for all pupils and staff. - Full hospitality service including sports/match teas, external events including lettings. - Provision of internal issues (tea, coffee, biscuits, etc.) around the Schools. - Cafe management (one at CLS, two at CLSG). - Allergy awareness, adherence to hygiene standards, nutritional guidance and design, sustainability management and data, staff recruitment and management, safeguarding, and training in line with current legislation and school requirements. - Management of the necessary supply chain. - Provision of industry specialist advice and guidance to enable effective management and decision-making at the school - Financial management of the operation to agreed targets, financial reporting and regular reviews and KPI reporting. The successful catering provider will be expected to be fully committed to the development of the strategic vision for catering for the Schools, with an emphasis on facilitating the time and space for pupils amongst their busy days to have positive social interactions over nutritious meals. The duration of the contract is 5 years, subject to the right of the City (at its sole discretion) to exercise its right to extend the Contract by up to 2 years. The maximum length of the contract is therefore 7 years. The estimated contract value given is PS10,500,000 for the full duration of the contract including the maximum possible extensions. The estimated annual contract value is therefore PS1,500,000) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6ef13f1-9043-44b7-b11e-78bb5c8f09e1 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 6 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2032 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £10,500,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CITY OF LONDON CORPORATION | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | EC2P 2EJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI43 Haringey and Islington | | Local authority | Islington | | Electoral ward | Clerkenwell | | Westminster constituency | Islington South and Finsbury | | Delivery location | TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55524000 - School catering services ## Release History - 4 Feb 2025 at 17:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6ef13f1-9043-44b7-b11e-78bb5c8f09e1 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6ef13f1-9043-44b7-b11e-78bb5c8f09e1 4th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.cityoflondon.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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