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title: "Oxford Diocesan Buckingham Schools Trust ~ Catering Tender"
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buyer: "OXFORD DIOCESAN BUCKINGHAM SCHOOLS TRUST"
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# Oxford Diocesan Buckingham Schools Trust ~ Catering Tender

Buyer: OXFORD DIOCESAN BUCKINGHAM SCHOOLS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-78c5fed8-5d02-466c-a741-189b61e71607

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## Summary

The Oxford Diocesan Buckingham Schools Trust conducted a public procurement process titled "Oxford Diocesan Buckingham Schools Trust ~ Catering Tender" for the provision of catering services across 11 primary schools. The contract, classified under the School Catering Services category (CPV code 55524000), was awarded using a selective procurement method known as the Restricted procedure. Located in the South East region of the United Kingdom, this procurement process has reached the award stage as of 24th June 2025, with the contract valued at approximately £2,097,430.32. The contract period is set to commence on 1st August 2025 and conclude on 31st July 2030.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses in the catering sector, particularly those adept in providing services to educational institutions. The procurement process was designed to be suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, offering a level playing field for diverse business scales. Companies interested in long-term contracts in the educational catering industry would find this opportunity attractive for business growth, especially in the South East region, where the schools are located. The awarded contract to Compass Contract Services (UK) Ltd, trading as Chartwells, highlights the competitive nature of such tenders, where industry expertise and an ability to meet specific service requirements are crucial for success.

## Notice

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for 11 Primary Schools within the Oxford Diocesan Bucks Schools Trust (ODBST).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b85f3fc8-3e27-48df-a450-d5bb9f698b63 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 22 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,097,430 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,097,430 |
| 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 | OXFORD DIOCESAN BUCKINGHAM SCHOOLS TRUST |
| Locality | LONGWICK |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP27 9SJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Electoral ward | The Risboroughs |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Buckinghamshire |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COMPASS CONTRACT SERVICES (UK) LTD, TRADING AS CHARTWELLS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55524000 - School catering services

## Release History

- 24 Jun 2025 at 12:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b85f3fc8-3e27-48df-a450-d5bb9f698b63

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b85f3fc8-3e27-48df-a450-d5bb9f698b63
  24th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=961324745
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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