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title: "CA13610 - The Active Learning Trust: Outsourced Catering Services Framework"
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# CA13610 - The Active Learning Trust: Outsourced Catering Services Framework

Buyer: THE ACTIVE LEARNING TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-877c98b4-f97b-4bcd-affa-5b2a420c6b89

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## Summary

The Active Learning Trust has concluded an open procurement process for a catering services framework, titled "CA13610 - The Active Learning Trust: Outsourced Catering Services Framework." The framework aims to provide comprehensive catering services, including breakfast, morning break, lunch, vending, hospitality, and free issue requirements for various schools. The procurement falls under the catering services category (CPV: 55520000) and covers locations such as the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other global regions. The contract is set to commence on 1st August 2024 and will run until 31st July 2027, with an option for two one-year extensions. The procurement stage is now at the award stage, with Edwards & Blake Ltd named as the successful supplier.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the catering industry to expand their portfolio and gain stable, long-term contracts within the education sector. SMEs are encouraged to participate, as the nature of the services required (catering for schools) can suit a range of enterprises, from local caterers to larger, established providers. The awarded contract allows businesses to showcase their capabilities in delivering high-quality, consistent food services across multiple educational institutions, potentially leading to further opportunities and growth in similar markets.

## Notice

The Active Education Trust is seeking catering services providers to tender for the provision of all catering services presently offered within the following schools, which includes breakfast (where applicable), morning break, lunch, vending (where appliable) and all hospitality and free issue requirements. The contract will be for three years in duration with the option to extend 2 x 1 year with a commencement date of 1st August 2024. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA13610. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA13610 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/af1c1559-cc38-4dd3-a78c-f5348bb5d192 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2027 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE ACTIVE LEARNING TRUST |
| Locality | CHATTERIS |
| Post town | Peterborough |
| Postcode | PE16 6UU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | Fenland |
| Electoral ward | Chatteris South |
| Westminster constituency | North East Cambridgeshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EDWARDS & BLAKE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 2 Aug 2024 at 09:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af1c1559-cc38-4dd3-a78c-f5348bb5d192

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af1c1559-cc38-4dd3-a78c-f5348bb5d192
  2nd August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

## Provenance

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