--- title: "CBC-1150-T-TS Fairfield Park Lower School - Catering Provision" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7c793060-96c8-4c49-bd15-8708b407a2fe" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7c793060-96c8-4c49-bd15-8708b407a2fe" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7c793060-96c8-4c49-bd15-8708b407a2fe.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7c793060-96c8-4c49-bd15-8708b407a2fe.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2020-11-05" --- # CBC-1150-T-TS Fairfield Park Lower School - Catering Provision Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7c793060-96c8-4c49-bd15-8708b407a2fe [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7c793060-96c8-4c49-bd15-8708b407a2fe) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7c793060-96c8-4c49-bd15-8708b407a2fe.json) ## Summary The Central Bedfordshire Council is currently seeking tenders for the provision of catering services at Fairfield Park Lower School across two sites, with the tender identified as CBC-1150-T-TS. The procurement process is in the active tender stage, set to conclude on 29th November 2020. The successful contract is anticipated to commence on 1st April 2021, with a contract duration of three years, plus the potential for two additional one-year extensions. This opportunity falls under the industry category of School catering services, and responses must be submitted through the In-tend electronic tendering system. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specializing in catering services, particularly those with experience in school environments. Companies capable of providing high-quality, reliable catering solutions may find this contract aligns with their business goals and growth strategies. Since this is an open procedure, all interested suppliers are encouraged to participate, making it an ideal opportunity for established catering firms and those looking to expand their contracts within the education sector. ## Notice Fairfield Lower School - two sites - Catering Provision Please note timeline with regards to questions and submission dates. All communication/correspondence and clarifications must be sent via the In-tend portal. Please do not contact the Service area directly. Please view the 'Clarification' tab for any updates or responses to questions asked. Please avoid uploading your return just prior to closing deadline as you may incure IT issues and we will not accept Tender Returns via e-mail. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all suppliers tendering, to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification of, then please contact us using the correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Please ensure that you inform us of your decision to participate. To submit a response, you will be required to Opt In. Opt In- This will confirm to us of your involvement and your intention to submit a return. Opt Out- This will confirm to us that you are not submitting a return. You will be able to provide a reason as to your decision and have the option to cease any system-generated communication. You will be able to opt back in at any point. Target contract commencement date: 1st April 2021 TUPE applies: 6 weeks transitional period to commence 18th February 2021 Contract term: 3 years (+1+1 optional years) Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d54d60f-a6bd-43ee-860d-3c039de79023 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Nov 2020 | | Submission deadline | 29 Nov 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Apr 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | BEDFORDSHIRE | | Post town | Stevenage | | Postcode | SG17 5TQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire | | Local authority | Central Bedfordshire | | Electoral ward | Shefford | | Westminster constituency | Hitchin | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55500000 - Canteen and catering services - 55520000 - Catering services - 55524000 - School catering services ## Release History - 5 Nov 2020 at 13:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d54d60f-a6bd-43ee-860d-3c039de79023 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d54d60f-a6bd-43ee-860d-3c039de79023 5th November 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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