--- title: "CBC-1805-T-TS Catering Services - Three School Sites" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-36723781-b68a-4272-825d-1cf5d8fbd5a9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-36723781-b68a-4272-825d-1cf5d8fbd5a9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-36723781-b68a-4272-825d-1cf5d8fbd5a9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-36723781-b68a-4272-825d-1cf5d8fbd5a9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2025-06-23" --- # CBC-1805-T-TS Catering Services - Three School Sites Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-36723781-b68a-4272-825d-1cf5d8fbd5a9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-36723781-b68a-4272-825d-1cf5d8fbd5a9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-36723781-b68a-4272-825d-1cf5d8fbd5a9.json) ## Summary Central Bedfordshire Council is inviting tenders for the provision of school catering services at three educational establishments: John Donne Lower School, St Swithuns Lower School, and Maple Tree Primary School. This tender, referenced as CBC-1805-T-TS, falls under the industry category of school catering services (CPV: 55524000). The procurement process is currently in the active tender stage, employing an open procedure above the threshold. Prospective bidders should be aware of the tender submission deadline, which is set for 21st July 2025 at 12:00 PM GMT. The projected contract commencement is 5th January 2026, with a fixed term of two years and options to extend annually for up to two additional years. The services will primarily cater to the United Kingdom, although the procurement documentation mentions various other regions. This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in catering services to expand their portfolio by securing multi-year contracts with local government entities. Companies experienced in providing large-scale catering solutions, particularly in educational settings, will find themselves well-suited for this opportunity. The open procurement method allows for broad competition, increasing the chance for capable and innovative service providers to present compelling proposals. By engaging in this tender, businesses will not only secure a prestigious contract with Central Bedfordshire Council but also enhance their credibility and visibility within the public procurement market. ## Notice School Catering Services - Three Sites John Donne Lower School St Swithuns Lower School Maple Tree Primary School Please read and follow the information and guidance supplied below and within the Tender documents, this will help with your tender submission. Word count limits apply, any information going over will not be considered. Respond to ALL questions. Additional documents or information not required will be disregarded. Please note timeline with regards to questions and submission dates. All communications, correspondences and clarifications must be sent via the In-tend portal. 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Target contract commencement date: 5th January 2026 Contract term: 2 years +1+1 optional Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdc489f8-d31d-444b-b72b-82571ee5ef31 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Jun 2025 | | Submission deadline | 21 Jul 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 5 Jan 2026 - 4 Jan 2028 | | 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 | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | BEDFORDSHIRE | | Post town | Stevenage | | Postcode | SG17 5TQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire | | Local authority | Central Bedfordshire | | Electoral ward | Shefford | | Westminster constituency | Hitchin | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55520000 - Catering services - 55524000 - School catering services ## Release History - 23 Jun 2025 at 12:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdc489f8-d31d-444b-b72b-82571ee5ef31 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdc489f8-d31d-444b-b72b-82571ee5ef31 23rd June 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/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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