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title: "Catering Services"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1bc8bc09-500b-409f-9729-b70695358259"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "E ACT"
published: "2021-02-23"
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# Catering Services

Buyer: E ACT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1bc8bc09-500b-409f-9729-b70695358259

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by E Act involves the tendering of catering services for schools, with a total estimated value of £19,000,000. The tender is currently in the active stage and is classified under the CPV description "School catering services". The tender period is set to close on 22 March 2021, with the contract duration commencing on 1 August 2021 and ending on 31 July 2024. This opportunity spans multiple locations including the UK and various overseas territories, and follows a selective procurement method using a restricted procedure.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in catering services, particularly those that can provide solutions tailored to educational institutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender particularly suited to their capabilities, allowing them to compete for a significant contract that could enhance their portfolio and client base. Companies with experience in the school catering sector and those focusing on delivering high-quality services will be well-positioned to pursue this opportunity and contribute to the education sector.

## Notice

Academy catering services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc30e268-9585-44a9-b778-917c35bf52c5 |
| 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 | 23 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2021 - 31 Jul 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £19,000,000 |
| 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 | E ACT |
| Locality | KETTERING |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN15 7HP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF25 North Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | North Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Wicksteed |
| Westminster constituency | Kettering |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55524000 - School catering services

## Release History

- 23 Feb 2021 at 16:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc30e268-9585-44a9-b778-917c35bf52c5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc30e268-9585-44a9-b778-917c35bf52c5
  23rd February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Kettering:-School-catering-services./6F9Z4W4M3V
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Provenance

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