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title: "RM&C/2019/VIAT Sec/263"
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buyer: "VALLEY INVICTA ACADEMIES TRUST"
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# RM&C/2019/VIAT Sec/263

Buyer: VALLEY INVICTA ACADEMIES TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-08fa1826-2367-4d75-b4ba-684abbf93e8a

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## Summary

The Valley Invicta Academies Trust is currently conducting a selective tender for the provision of school meals across four secondary schools in the Maidstone area, in the South East of England. This tender, titled "RM&C/2019/VIAT Sec/263," was published on 25th November 2019 and will remain open until the deadline of 3rd January 2020. The contract period is set to commence on 1st August 2020 and will run until 31st July 2025, covering an annual sales turnover of approximately GBP 700,000 for the three existing schools involved.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the catering or food service industry to expand their operations within the education sector. With the procurement method being a restricted procedure, it allows businesses with relevant experience in supplying meals to schools to compete effectively. Companies that can provide nutritious and appealing meal options tailored for secondary school students would be well-positioned to participate in this procurement process. Engaging with Valley Invicta Academies Trust could facilitate growth and establish long-term partnerships within the education sector.

## Notice

Valley Invicta Academies Trust are tendering four secondary schools in the Maidstone area, three are currently open and one is a new build opening in September 2020. Current annual sales turnover for three schools is circa GBP 700,000.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/652c310e-5922-4d92-93c6-dd021b9a2395 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Nov 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jan 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2020 - 31 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | VALLEY INVICTA ACADEMIES TRUST |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE, KENT |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME14 5DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | Grove Green & Vinters Park |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15894210 - School meals

## Release History

- 25 Nov 2019 at 17:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/652c310e-5922-4d92-93c6-dd021b9a2395

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/652c310e-5922-4d92-93c6-dd021b9a2395
  25th November 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV158741
  NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.viat.org.uk

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