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title: "The Equa Mead Trust ~ Catering Tender"
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# The Equa Mead Trust ~ Catering Tender

Buyer: THE EQUA MEAD TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-634c9246-b0b7-4f0c-a8c6-aaf318c45806

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## Summary

The Equa Mead Trust, a Multi Academy Trust based in Wiltshire around Trowbridge and Devizes, has completed the award for a catering contract titled "The Equa Mead Trust ~ Catering Tender." The procurement process, classified under the industry category of school catering services, was conducted using a selective method known as the restricted procedure. The contract, valued at GBP 3,060,408.56, was awarded to Innovate Services Ltd as of 23 June 2025, with the announcement published on 4 July 2025. The awarded contract will commence on 1 September 2025 and is set to run until 31 August 2030, covering the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a noteworthy opportunity for businesses involved in providing school catering services, particularly those that can deliver innovative and high-quality solutions tailored to the needs of academic institutions. While the contract has already been awarded, similar tenders may appear as the trust expands, presenting potential opportunities for SMEs willing to engage in a competitive restricted procedure. Businesses positioned within the South West, or those looking to expand into this area, may find it advantageous to monitor future opportunities within this sector. The procurement case highlights the value of fostering robust partnerships with educational institutions like The Equa Mead Trust, potentially setting a precedent for long-term growth and engagement within the educational catering services market.

## Notice

EQUA Mead Learning Trust is a Multi Academy Trust based around the Trowbridge and Devizes areas in Wiltshire. The trust started in 2019 and has now increased in size to 19 Schools, consisting of 17 Primary and 2 Secondary schools. In addition, three more additional schools are currently in the process of joining and are likely to convert in September 2025, taking the to 22 schools.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/902038e8-db38-46ec-aa8d-f6f578fc3f72 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,060,408 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,060,408 |
| 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 | THE EQUA MEAD TRUST |
| Locality | DEVIZES |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN10 4EB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | The Lavingtons |
| Westminster constituency | Melksham and Devizes |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55524000 - School catering services

## Release History

- 4 Jul 2025 at 13:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/902038e8-db38-46ec-aa8d-f6f578fc3f72

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/902038e8-db38-46ec-aa8d-f6f578fc3f72
  4th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=963818926
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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