--- title: "NHSBT0991 Provision of Catering Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-933a791d-f6da-40cc-95ff-c04b6ae6d14c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-933a791d-f6da-40cc-95ff-c04b6ae6d14c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-933a791d-f6da-40cc-95ff-c04b6ae6d14c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-933a791d-f6da-40cc-95ff-c04b6ae6d14c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT" published: "2017-04-12" --- # NHSBT0991 Provision of Catering Services Buyer: NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-933a791d-f6da-40cc-95ff-c04b6ae6d14c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-933a791d-f6da-40cc-95ff-c04b6ae6d14c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-933a791d-f6da-40cc-95ff-c04b6ae6d14c.json) ## Summary NHS Blood & Transplant is seeking a qualified provider for catering services through the tender titled "NHSBT0991 Provision of Catering Services." This opportunity covers various locations including the North East, North West, South West, and London and South East regions of England, with specific service requirements such as cafés, vending, and limited buffets. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with a submission deadline set for 12th May 2017. The contract is scheduled to commence on 2nd April 2018 and will last until 1st April 2023, employing a selective procurement method using a restricted procedure. This tender represents a significant opportunity for catering and hospitality businesses looking to expand their operations within the public sector. Companies specialising in canteen and meal preparation services, particularly those with experience in the healthcare environment, will find this an excellent fit. The ability to demonstrate innovative approaches and provide value for money will be advantageous for bidders, especially with potential changes in the number of NHSBT operating sites during the contract period. ## Notice NHSBT wishes to work in partnership with a suitably qualified and experienced provider to provide catering services. Generally the service provision is as follows: North East Region covering Leeds, Sheffield and Newcastle. The service requirement for this region is Cafe Bar, Vending and limited buffets. North West Region covering Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham Vincent Drive and Birmingham New Street. The service requirement for this is for Restaurant, Vending and limited buffets and Cafe Bar. South West Region covering Filton (Bristol), Oxford and Southampton. London and South East Region covering Cambridge, Colindale, Tooting and Basildon. The requirement on two sites will be for Cafe Bar, Vending and limited buffets. One site's requirement will be for Restaurant, Vending and limited buffets and one site will require vending only. In addition there may be a requirement for the provision of sandwiches, fruit and light refreshments at Donor Centres located throughout regions within England. It is likely that the number of NHSBT operating sites will change during the contract period. NHSBT reserves the right to either add or remove sites during the course of the contract as a result of changing operational requirements. The level of service requirement may also be subject to variation and may include the provision on an ad hoc basis of buffets to remote sites which fall within each region. Subject to agreement, the service provider shall not be limited in their ability to be innovative in order to deliver a quality service with demonstrated value for money benefits. Additional information: If you wish to express an interest in this tender, please can you register on the ePortal (Bravo Solutions) as per the instructions below. To register on our ePortal you need to follow these simple instructions. To register your company on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once) - Browse to the eSourcing Portal at https://nhsbt.bravosolution.co.uk - Click the Register now! link - Accept the terms and conditions and click continue - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose and click Save when complete - You will shortly receive an email with your unique password (please keep this secure). Please confirm by email once you have completed your registration to lorna.joy@nhsbt.nhs.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8a4c613-646c-43bc-9199-181d4063dd29 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Apr 2017 | | Submission deadline | 12 May 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Apr 2018 - 1 Apr 2023 | | 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 | NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS34 7QH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire | | Local authority | South Gloucestershire | | Electoral ward | Filton | | Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55320000 - Meal-serving services - 55321000 - Meal-preparation services - 55322000 - Meal-cooking services - 55500000 - Canteen and catering services - 55510000 - Canteen services - 55520000 - Catering services ## Release History - 12 Apr 2017 at 16:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8a4c613-646c-43bc-9199-181d4063dd29 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8a4c613-646c-43bc-9199-181d4063dd29 12th April 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ef567c2f-c653-44ab-81a5-23cf1aa12764 Catering Specification - https://nhsbt.bravosolution.co.uk/ Bravo Solution ## Notice URLs - https://nhsbt.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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