--- title: "CBC-0795-T-CE Leighton Buzzard School Provision of Catering Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3ade49f7-9746-45f4-a3f7-0df0407007db" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3ade49f7-9746-45f4-a3f7-0df0407007db" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3ade49f7-9746-45f4-a3f7-0df0407007db.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3ade49f7-9746-45f4-a3f7-0df0407007db.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2017-10-09" --- # CBC-0795-T-CE Leighton Buzzard School Provision of Catering Services Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3ade49f7-9746-45f4-a3f7-0df0407007db [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3ade49f7-9746-45f4-a3f7-0df0407007db) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3ade49f7-9746-45f4-a3f7-0df0407007db.json) ## Summary The Central Bedfordshire Council is initiating a tender for the "CBC-0795-T-CE Leighton Buzzard School Provision of Catering Services." This opportunity falls under the school catering services industry category and is set in the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently active and is in the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions on 27th October 2017 at 12:00 noon. The contract is expected to commence on 1st February 2018 and will have a duration of four years, with options for extensions. Prospective bidders are advised to note important dates, including the site visit deadline on 17th October 2017 and the final date for questions on 18th October 2017. This tender represents a significant opportunity for catering businesses looking to expand their portfolio, especially those with experience in providing high-quality meal services to educational institutions. Companies that specialise in sourcing quality ingredients and delivering exceptional culinary experiences will find this contract to be well-suited to their capabilities. The support provided by the Central Bedfordshire Council throughout the tendering process further fosters an inclusive environment, encouraging participation from potential vendors keen on growing their business within the public sector. ## Notice Leighton Middle School is expanding to a five form entry Middle School. Ultimately, pupil numbers will be 600 across the school. The school is looking to appoint an experienced catering company to provide outstanding meals at lunchtime using quality raw ingredients in dishes that are expertly cooked and beautifully presented with a smile. Contract Period 4 years + 1 year + 1 year + 1 year + 1 year extension Contract Commencement 01/02/2018 TUPE applies to this contract. Completed Tenders and attachments should be submitted electronically, no later than 12:00 noon on 27/10/2017, tenders received after that time will be excluded. Tenders must be uploaded via the "My Return" section of the system. Tenders submitted through the correspondence facility will not be considered. Help and support - The Council/School will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all firms quoting, to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification of, then please contact us using the correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Deadline for site visit closes: 17/10/2017 Deadline for questions closes: 18/10/2017 Please view the 'Clarification' tab for any updates or responses to questions raised. Additional information: To express an interest, please log in or register on our electronic tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire in order to view the necessary tendering documents and respond accordingly. 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Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db449a52-bef4-4b08-afb0-5a29c1787242 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Oct 2017 | | Submission deadline | 27 Oct 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2018 - 31 Jan 2022 | | 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 | SHEFFORD | | 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 - 55524000 - School catering services ## Release History - 9 Oct 2017 at 12:34 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db449a52-bef4-4b08-afb0-5a29c1787242 - 9 Oct 2017 at 12:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db449a52-bef4-4b08-afb0-5a29c1787242 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db449a52-bef4-4b08-afb0-5a29c1787242 9th October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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