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title: "CA8462 - Co-op Academies Trust - Catering Open Tender"
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# CA8462 - Co-op Academies Trust - Catering Open Tender

Buyer: CO-OP ACADEMIES TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6ffdc9e5-9f1b-4826-a719-ba08ed6f3ef8

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## Summary

The Co-op Academies Trust, located in Manchester, is conducting an open procurement process for catering services for 14 schools in West Yorkshire and Greater Manchester. The tender, titled "CA8462 - Co-op Academies Trust - Catering Open Tender," was published on 9 March 2021 and will remain open until 29 April 2021. The total estimated contract value is £3,129,000, with a contract period starting from 1 September 2021 and concluding on 31 August 2024. Interested parties must comply with the open procurement method as detailed in the tender documents.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the catering sector, particularly those capable of serving educational institutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the procurement explicitly indicates suitability for such businesses. Companies experienced in providing catering services to schools and similar environments will be particularly well-positioned to compete. This initiative not only aims to improve food services in educational settings but also fosters local business growth and community engagement.

## Notice

Tender for 14 of the Co-op Schools in West Yorkshire and Greater Manchester\ \ Includes Lots: \ Lot 1: LOT 1\ Lot 2: LOT 2\ Lot 3: LOT 3\ Lot 4: LOT 4\ Lot 5: LOT 5\ Lot 6: LOT 6\ Lot 7: LOT 7\ Lot 8: LOT 8\ Lot 9: LOT 9\ Lot 10: LOT 10\ Lot 11: LOT 11\ Lot 12: LOT 12\ \ To access this competition: \ \ Registered:\ Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA8462.\ \ Not registered:\ Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA8462 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/f95d06b4-3f65-4799-afc2-f88b64c89ed6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2021 - 31 Aug 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,129,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,082,000 |
| 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 | CO-OP ACADEMIES TRUST |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M60 0AG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL; MIDSHIRE SIGNATURE SERVICES LT; TAYLOR SHAW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 21 Jun 2021 at 07:51 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f95d06b4-3f65-4799-afc2-f88b64c89ed6
- 23 Apr 2021 at 10:46 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f95d06b4-3f65-4799-afc2-f88b64c89ed6
- 9 Mar 2021 at 09:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f95d06b4-3f65-4799-afc2-f88b64c89ed6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f95d06b4-3f65-4799-afc2-f88b64c89ed6
  21st June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

## Provenance

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