--- title: "CBC-0865-T-TS Catering Services for St Andrews Lower School - AWARD" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-550c75c0-9b47-429e-a41f-ee8b47380b0f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-550c75c0-9b47-429e-a41f-ee8b47380b0f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-550c75c0-9b47-429e-a41f-ee8b47380b0f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-550c75c0-9b47-429e-a41f-ee8b47380b0f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2019-04-18" --- # CBC-0865-T-TS Catering Services for St Andrews Lower School - AWARD Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-550c75c0-9b47-429e-a41f-ee8b47380b0f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-550c75c0-9b47-429e-a41f-ee8b47380b0f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-550c75c0-9b47-429e-a41f-ee8b47380b0f.json) ## Summary The procurement process for catering services at St Andrews C of E VC Lower School, initiated by Central Bedfordshire Council, has reached the award stage. The contract, which is valued at approximately £542,640, is set to commence on 1 January 2019, with a duration of five years, plus options for extensions. The tender was initially open until 26 October 2018, and relevant communication regarding submissions and clarifications should have been conducted through the In-tend portal. The service is categorised under 'School catering services' within the educational sector, located in Bedfordshire, East of England. This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for experienced catering companies capable of delivering high-quality meals, focusing on outstanding presentation and use of quality raw ingredients. Businesses with a strong track record in school catering services or large catering operations, such as those already familiar with council contracts, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The ongoing nature of the contract allows for further opportunities in future years, especially for those willing to engage proactively with the procurement process. ## Notice Provision of Catering Services for St Andrews C of E VC Lower School St Andrews C of E VC Lower 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. Please note Estimated Contract Value: PS750,00.00 - 5 year Contract term + Optional 1+1+1+1 = PS600,000.00 Please note timeline with regards to questions and submission dates. All communication/correspondence and clarifications must be sent via the In-tend portal. Please do not contact the Service area directly. Please view the 'Clarification' tab for any updates or responses to questions asked. The Council 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 suppliers tendering, 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. Please ensure that you inform us of your decision to participate. To submit a response, you will be required to Opt In. Opt In- This will confirm to us of your involvement and your intention to submit a return. Opt Out- This will confirm to us that you are not submitting a return. You will be able to provide a reason as to your decision and have the option to cease any system-generated communication. You will be able to opt back in at any point. Target contract commencement date: 01 January 2019 Contract Period 5 years + 1+ 1 + 1 + 1 year(s) optional. Contract end date: 01/01/2024 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/815254ed-7161-4e0f-9db5-ac5199f90bb0 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Apr 2019 | | Submission deadline | 26 Oct 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 10 Jan 2019 | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £542,640 | | 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 | 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 | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | TAYLOR SHAW | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55500000 - Canteen and catering services - 55520000 - Catering services - 55524000 - School catering services ## Release History - 18 Apr 2019 at 08:33 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/815254ed-7161-4e0f-9db5-ac5199f90bb0 - 31 Jan 2019 at 11:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/815254ed-7161-4e0f-9db5-ac5199f90bb0 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/815254ed-7161-4e0f-9db5-ac5199f90bb0 18th April 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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