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title: "The Provsion of a service to Transport School Meals"
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# The Provsion of a service to Transport School Meals

Buyer: DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-49a7edf1-2406-4631-b89c-c396470c0029

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council, which is seeking to contract for the provision of a service to transport school meals at Broadmeadow Special School, Wolverhampton. This service falls under the industry category of catering services for transport enterprises, and the procurement method is an open procedure, currently in the planning stage. The deadline for tender submissions is on 19th August 2019, with the contract expected to commence on 1st September 2019 for an initial duration of 12 months, extendable for up to three additional years based on performance and pricing.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in catering and transport services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that can demonstrate experience in managing school meal transport efficiently and safely will be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this contract could enhance visibility and establish relationships within the public sector, paving the way for future opportunities in a growing market.

## Notice

Dudley Councils, Corporate Landlord Services has been awarded a contract to provide a School Meals Service to Broadmeadow Special School, Wolverhampton. The length of this transport contract will be subject to Dudley Councils continued service provision to Broadmeadow Special School. The initial contract period will be for 12 months but this may be extended subject to review, satisfactory performance and price and on an annual basis for the maximum of a 3 additional years from 1st September 2020. Additional information: This exercise is being conducted in electronic format. Documents will be published to the Dudley MBC Black Country Business website. If you wish to take part please register with Dudley MBC e-tendering website (www.blackcountrybusiness.co.uk) and select the Register/Sign In button which is located on the left hand side of the Homepage. ALL RESPONSES ARE TO BE SUBMITTED VIA THE BLACK COUNTRY PORTAL. RESPONSES RECEIVED IN ANY OTHER MANNER WILL BE REJECTED. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d8f1637-03cf-45f5-ae5e-a5fd5777bcf9 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2019 - 31 Aug 2020 |
| 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 | DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Dudley |
| Postcode | DY1 1HF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG36 Dudley |
| Local authority | Dudley |
| Electoral ward | St. James's |
| Westminster constituency | Dudley |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55522000 - Catering services for transport enterprises

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2019 at 14:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d8f1637-03cf-45f5-ae5e-a5fd5777bcf9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d8f1637-03cf-45f5-ae5e-a5fd5777bcf9
  8th August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/blackcountryportal/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dudley.gov.uk

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