--- title: "Framework contract for School Meals Service Whitehaven Primary Schools" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1a3589d3-edbc-4827-b8e9-e4844a76dbef" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1a3589d3-edbc-4827-b8e9-e4844a76dbef" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1a3589d3-edbc-4827-b8e9-e4844a76dbef.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1a3589d3-edbc-4827-b8e9-e4844a76dbef.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "VALLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL & NURSERY" published: "2019-01-29" --- # Framework contract for School Meals Service Whitehaven Primary Schools Buyer: VALLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL & NURSERY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1a3589d3-edbc-4827-b8e9-e4844a76dbef [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1a3589d3-edbc-4827-b8e9-e4844a76dbef) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1a3589d3-edbc-4827-b8e9-e4844a76dbef.json) ## Summary The Valley Primary School & Nursery in Whitehaven, England, is seeking a single supplier for the "Framework contract for School Meals Service" to provide a comprehensive catering solution for Valley Primary School, Kells Infant School, and St Mary's Catholic Primary School. This procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with the estimated date for the dispatch of the Invitation to Tender (ITT) set for 1 February 2019, and questions from potential suppliers to be submitted by 20 February 2019. The contract period spans three years, from 8 April 2019 to 8 April 2022, with an option for a one-year extension, and a total contract value of £480,000. This tender presents excellent opportunities for businesses in the catering and food service sector, particularly those that can demonstrate strong capabilities in delivering high-quality school meal services that meet national standards. Companies with experience in providing comprehensive catering solutions, as well as those able to align services with educational curriculums and community benefits, will be particularly well-suited. Compliance with food hygiene regulations, financial stability, and previous experience are critical elements for success in this competitive process, making it ideal for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs). ## Notice Valley Primary School and Nursery intend to let a framework contract to a single supplier for the delivery of a comprehensive school meals service. The Framework will be available for Valley Primary School, Kells Infant School, and St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Kells. Each school intends to call-off school catering services for an initial minimum period of 3 years. The framework will be for the provision of a comprehensive school catering service including: - Provision of lunchtime school meals to at least national quality standards. - Provision of payment system; including debt management. - Maintenance and cleaning of kitchens and equipment. -Maintaining and building the current high demand for school meals enjoyed by the school. - Harmonising school meals with curriculum activities. - Using the opportunity of the contract to deliver additional community benefits. EOI Procedure: Submit email to the above address expressing interest and including company contract details. Estimated Date for Despatch of ITT: 1 Feb 2019 Latest Date for questions: 20 Feb 2019 Contract Period: Three years with an option for a one-year extension. Award Criteria: Financial and economic standing - Pass/fail Relevant experience and references - 20% Evidence of meeting food, hygiene, and staffing quality standards - 20% Proposals for financial administration, curriculum and community benefits - 20% Price - 40% Community Benefits: Community benefits could include: - Enhancing the local supply chain - Apprenticeships - Training - Community engagement - Professional advice TUPE: TUPE will apply. Tenderers will be expected to complete their own due diligence. Suitability to deliver a service: A supplier's suitability to deliver the service will be demonstrated by: - Accreditation to Food for Life Bronze or equivalent - Example Menus - ISO 9001:2015 Accreditation - Health and safety Policy - Commitment to staff training with IIP accreditation or similar - Company Safeguarding Policy and processes - Qualifications and experience of key personnel directly involved with contract delivery Supplier economic and financial standing: Criteria for assessing supplier economic and financial standing will include: - Expected turnover : Minimum GBP 1,500,000.00 for each of past 3 years - copy of last 3 years audited accounts - Employers (Compulsory) Liability Insurance : GBP 5 million - Public Liability Insurance : GBP 10 million - Professional Indemnity Insurance - GBP 5 million Procedure: Open procedure. All potential suppliers submitting an EoI will receive an ITT A minimum of 3 suppliers will be shortlisted and invited for interview week beginning 11 March 2019 Successful supplier will be notified week beginning 25 March 2019 A mobilisation period from 25 March to 15 April 2019 has been planned. Incumbent supplier: The incumbent supplier will be permitted to enter the competition. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c2355e2-e17d-4109-a46a-bb952304a78f | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 29 Jan 2019 | | Submission deadline | 26 Feb 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 7 Apr 2019 - 8 Apr 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £480,000 | | 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 | VALLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL & NURSERY | | Locality | CUMBRIA | | Post town | Carlisle | | Postcode | CA28 8DA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria | | ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland | | Local authority | Cumberland | | Electoral ward | Mirehouse | | Westminster constituency | Whitehaven and Workington | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55523100 - School-meal services ## Release History - 29 Jan 2019 at 10:29 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c2355e2-e17d-4109-a46a-bb952304a78f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c2355e2-e17d-4109-a46a-bb952304a78f 29th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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