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title: "CA15502 - Excel LEarning Trust: Outsourced Catering Services"
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# CA15502 - Excel LEarning Trust: Outsourced Catering Services

Buyer: EXCEL LEARNING TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4b15d585-eb2f-4c99-9976-fed806c0ae15

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## Summary

The procurement process for outsourced catering services by the Excel Learning Trust has been completed, with the contract awarded to Aspens Services Ltd. This process involved an open procedure, beginning with a tender period that concluded on 25th April 2025. The contract will commence on 1st August 2025 and span until 31st July 2028. Specialising in the services category under the CPV code 55520000 for catering services, this contract is geographically extensive, covering locations such as the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and other regions worldwide. The buying organisation, Excel Learning Trust, is based in York, England, and key contact details include Gareth Jones, who can be reached via email or phone for further information.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) interested in expanding their portfolio in the catering services sector. Given its open procurement method, the process was inclusive and provided a chance for various businesses to compete, offering a gateway to broaden their service delivery in educational institutions across multiple regions. Companies equipped to deliver diverse and efficient catering solutions that can meet the Trust's broad geographic and service requirements would have found this opportunity particularly suitable. With a three-year contract duration, successful bidders can establish a long-term presence and partnership with a reputable educational trust, enhancing their business growth and market reputation.

## Notice

Excel Learning Trust wish to appoint one supplier to service their outsourced catering services contract. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA15502. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA15502 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/b299be62-dac2-4ddf-b84b-6a3c72e61fe3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EXCEL LEARNING TRUST |
| Locality | YORK |
| Post town | York |
| Postcode | YO24 2RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE21 York |
| Local authority | York |
| Electoral ward | Dringhouses & Woodthorpe |
| Westminster constituency | York Outer |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ASPENS SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 20 May 2025 at 08:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b299be62-dac2-4ddf-b84b-6a3c72e61fe3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b299be62-dac2-4ddf-b84b-6a3c72e61fe3
  20th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

## Provenance

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