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title: "Provision of Catering Agency Staff"
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buyer: "NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY"
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# Provision of Catering Agency Staff

Buyer: NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-79119fdc-30b9-4a29-8304-1b81f7aa1de9

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Nottingham Trent University focuses on the provision of agency staff for catering roles, structured as a direct award through the TUCO Framework Agreement. The procurement falls under the services category with a focus on recruitment services (CPV Code: 79600000). The contract value amounts to £400,000, with the procurement method being selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement cycle reached the award stage on 26th June 2026, with the contract set to start on 1st July 2026 and conclude on 30th June 2030. The geographic location for delivery is in Nottingham, postcode NG1 4FQ, England.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity, particularly for businesses that specialize in providing recruitment services, specifically those experienced in catering staffing. The direct award was made to Blue Arrow Ltd, a large supplier, acting as a pointer for similarly scaled businesses to align their services with the requirements of framework agreements like TUCO. Furthermore, the procurement process encourages participation from small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), reinforcing the potential for an inclusive business growth environment.

## Notice

Direct award via TUCO Framework Agreement Reference: Temporary and Permanent Staff (TS25) - Lot 1 - Midlands. The closing date stated in this notice is the closing date of the TUCO Framework Agreement, which was 31 March 2025. The supply of agency staffing in relation to catering roles, under Lot 1. Direct award to the top ranked supplier for Lot 1. Additional information: Direct award via TUCO Framework Agreement Reference: Temporary and Permanent Staff (TS25) - Lot 1 - Midlands. The closing date stated in this notice is the closing date of the TUCO Framework Agreement, which was 31 March 2025. The supply of agency staffing in relation to catering roles, under Lot 1. Direct award to the top ranked supplier for Lot 1.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a18d684a-ea53-47c8-bd25-05195023bc62 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £400,000 |
| 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 | NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAM |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG1 4FQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham |
| Local authority | Nottingham |
| Electoral ward | St. Ann's |
| Westminster constituency | Nottingham East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLUE ARROW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 26 Jun 2026 at 07:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a18d684a-ea53-47c8-bd25-05195023bc62

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a18d684a-ea53-47c8-bd25-05195023bc62
  26th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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