--- title: "Alpha - Provision of Catering Services for Poppyfields Extra Care Development" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2039c014-5c21-4b04-9c14-28d61d5336a0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2039c014-5c21-4b04-9c14-28d61d5336a0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2039c014-5c21-4b04-9c14-28d61d5336a0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2039c014-5c21-4b04-9c14-28d61d5336a0.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "PROCUREMENT FOR HOUSING" published: "2020-06-17" --- # Alpha - Provision of Catering Services for Poppyfields Extra Care Development Buyer: PROCUREMENT FOR HOUSING Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2039c014-5c21-4b04-9c14-28d61d5336a0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2039c014-5c21-4b04-9c14-28d61d5336a0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2039c014-5c21-4b04-9c14-28d61d5336a0.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves Procurement For Housing as the buying organisation, and it is focused on providing catering services for the new Poppyfields Extra Care Development located in Upton, Wirral. The tender, titled "Alpha - Provision of Catering Services for Poppyfields Extra Care Development," is currently in the active Tender stage and follows an open procurement method under the Light Touch Regime. The deadline for submission of tender applications is set for 17th July 2020, with the contract anticipated to commence on 1st April 2021 for an initial term of three years, extendable for a further two years. The estimated contract value ranges from £175,000 to £219,000 per annum based on the provision of 80 to 100 hot meals daily. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to expand their operations in the catering services industry, particularly those experienced in providing meal services for residential settings. Catering companies, especially small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), would be well-suited to compete for this contract, given its emphasis on service delivery and the expected volume of meals. The contract will benefit a provider that can offer consistent quality and flexibility in service, catering to the needs of the Poppyfields Extra Care Development's residents. ## Notice Alpha wish to appoint an experienced service provider to provide a catering service at Poppyfields extra care development. This will include provision of between 80 -100 hot meals per day and a bistro service seven days a week. Poppyfields is a new extra care development located in Upton, Wirral which is due to open in Spring 2021. In line with the requirements of the Public Contracts Regulation 2015 in respect of the Light Touch Regime, Alpha has elected to follow the structure of an open procedure in order to ensure a best practice approach to the procurement of this contract. Full details related to the scope of services to be procured are included within Document B - Tender Requirements and Specification. It is intended that the contract established following the procurement will run for an initial term of three years, extendable for a further term of two years via annual extensions. Any extension will be at the discretion of Alpha. The estimated contract value is c. PS175,000 - PS219,000 (exc VAT) per annum, based on between 80 - 100 hot meals per day. Alpha will utilise bespoke terms and conditions, which have been included within the tender documentation set. Additional information: Procurement for Housing have been appointed by Alpha to facilitate this tendering exercise. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14206e6d-c76b-45f7-9acc-b4606b1c3914 | | 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 | 17 Jun 2020 | | Submission deadline | 17 Jul 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £657,000 | | 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 | PROCUREMENT FOR HOUSING | | Locality | WARRINGTON | | Post town | Warrington | | Postcode | WA2 0YL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire | | ITL 3 | TLD61 Warrington | | Local authority | Warrington | | Electoral ward | Poulton North | | Westminster constituency | Warrington North | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55520000 - Catering services ## Release History - 17 Jun 2020 at 07:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14206e6d-c76b-45f7-9acc-b4606b1c3914 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14206e6d-c76b-45f7-9acc-b4606b1c3914 17th June 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/procurementforhousing/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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