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title: "Houghton Primary School - catering contract"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-67db9826-2008-40c4-8700-274294b5148a"
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buyer: "THE SUSTAINABLE CATERING CONSULTANCY"
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# Houghton Primary School - catering contract

Buyer: THE SUSTAINABLE CATERING CONSULTANCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-67db9826-2008-40c4-8700-274294b5148a

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Sustainable Catering Consultancy seeking a caterer for Houghton Primary School located in Huntingdon, which serves approximately 200 pupils. The contract, valued at £215,000, is classified under the CPV codes for school meals and school catering services. This procurement is currently at the Award stage, having been published on 13 November 2017, with a tender period that ended on 9 January 2018. The contract will commence on 1 April 2018 and is set to conclude on 31 March 2021, allowing for a stable service duration for the selected supplier.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the catering industry, particularly those specialising in school meal provision and catering services. Companies that prioritise using locally sourced fresh food and can demonstrate a capacity to attract more pupils to school lunches will be well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the contract suitability is aligned with their capabilities, offering a chance for growth in a public sector setting.

## Notice

Houghton Primary School, Houghton, Huntingdon - 200 pupils. The requirement is for an experienced school caterer to provide an excellent lunch time catering service, using locally sourced fresh food. A local management structure to support the school is important as is the ability to increase the number of pupils opting to take a school lunch. Additional information: TUPE will apply this contract, the catering staff belong to a Local Government pension scheme. Feel free to contact Peter Sulston to discuss this opportunity peter@thesustainablecateringconsultancy.co.uk 01954 200668

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d7a04ef-30f5-4f1f-a6fe-f185b42218a7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Feb 2018 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £215,000 |
| 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 | THE SUSTAINABLE CATERING CONSULTANCY |
| Locality | CAMBRIDGE |
| Post town | Cambridge |
| Postcode | CB24 8AN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | South Cambridgeshire |
| Electoral ward | Cottenham |
| Westminster constituency | Ely and East Cambridgeshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LUNCHTIME |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 15894210 - School meals
- 55524000 - School catering services

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2018 at 15:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d7a04ef-30f5-4f1f-a6fe-f185b42218a7
- 13 Nov 2017 at 10:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae9072e2-658a-4a95-b87d-f0525d9db4c5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d7a04ef-30f5-4f1f-a6fe-f185b42218a7
  25th March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae9072e2-658a-4a95-b87d-f0525d9db4c5
  13th November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.thesustainablecateringconsultancy.co.uk

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