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title: "CA17001 - Meridian Community Primary School _ East Sussex"
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# CA17001 - Meridian Community Primary School _ East Sussex

Buyer: MERIDIAN COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-29407930-de43-4aeb-8ca0-1375641b0fe4

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## Summary

Meridian Community Primary School in Peacehaven, England, is seeking a contract caterer to provide fresh and nutritious meals for its pupils and staff, aligned with the school's values and community ethos. This procurement is categorised under 'School meals' within the primary industry of goods. The process is at the Tender stage, using an open procedure that remains active. Interested suppliers should note that the tender period closes on 19th March 2026, with the contract set to start on 1st August 2026 and end on 31st July 2029. The opportunity is open to businesses globally, with delivery expected in designated areas, including the United Kingdom and other territories.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for growth for companies specialising in contract catering, especially those focused on health-conscious and imaginative menu offerings. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. The contract offers a multi-year engagement that can help establish or expand a supplier's presence in the education sector, providing recurring business and potential expansion into related service areas like nutrition consultancy or catering management. Companies with a strong commitment to child-focused and value-driven service would be well-suited to compete for this tender.

## Notice

Meridian Community Primary School is seeking a professional contract caterer to create, produce, and serve fresh, nutritious, and imaginative lunches for pupils and staff. The successful provider will deliver a high?quality, child?focused catering service that promotes healthy eating, supports pupil wellbeing, and reflects the school's values and community ethos. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17001. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17001 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb570427-c0e0-4a6a-920c-a81f7196ae15 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| 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 | MERIDIAN COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL |
| Locality | PEACEHAVEN |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN10 8BZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Lewes |
| Electoral ward | Peacehaven North |
| Westminster constituency | Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15894210 - School meals

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2026 at 09:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb570427-c0e0-4a6a-920c-a81f7196ae15

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb570427-c0e0-4a6a-920c-a81f7196ae15
  13th January 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

## Provenance

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