--- title: "Staploe Education Trust - School Catering Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-99fb6210-0672-4469-90dc-16f7cd0951eb" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-99fb6210-0672-4469-90dc-16f7cd0951eb" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-99fb6210-0672-4469-90dc-16f7cd0951eb.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-99fb6210-0672-4469-90dc-16f7cd0951eb.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MATRICULATE CONSULTING LTD" published: "2021-09-24" --- # Staploe Education Trust - School Catering Services Buyer: MATRICULATE CONSULTING LTD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-99fb6210-0672-4469-90dc-16f7cd0951eb [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-99fb6210-0672-4469-90dc-16f7cd0951eb) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-99fb6210-0672-4469-90dc-16f7cd0951eb.json) ## Summary The Staploe Education Trust is seeking contractors for its School Catering Services tender, which encompasses four academies located in Cambridgeshire. Currently in the planning stage, this tender aims to enhance dining experiences with a focus on nutrition, environmental responsibility, and community engagement. Key dates include the submission of completed Supplier Questionnaires by 28th October 2021, with the invitation to tender published on 9th November 2021. Tender submissions are due by 10th December 2021, and the contract is set to begin in early April 2022, lasting until April 2027. The procurement follows a selective method under the restricted procedure as per the Public Contract Regulations 2015, and the estimated contract value is between £550,000 and £650,000. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in catering, particularly those with expertise in school meal provision. Companies that can deliver fresh, diverse menus and foster strong stakeholder engagement will be particularly well-suited to compete. The emphasis on environmental sustainability and the ability to adapt services to meet the individual needs of students offer avenues for businesses to showcase innovative solutions. With a focus on a partnership approach, businesses that prioritise communication and respect for the educational ethos of the Trust will find a valuable opportunity to grow within the education sector. ## Notice Staploe Education Trust currently has four member academies - one secondary and three primaries all in Cambridgeshire. The Trust are looking for potential contractors to demonstrate their relevant experience and expertise to manage the catering services within the schools listed below. New schools joining the trust may join the contract during the contract term. The Trust are seeking a partner that -Provides varied, fresh and nourishing menus that inspire and support learning -Dining experiences across all age groups which promote social interaction and wellbeing -Friendly, professional and inclusive services for all, including the menu offer -Creative and flexible approaches which meet the individual needs of each school -Increased parental and pupil engagement encouraged through positive promotion and in response to stakeholder feedback -A focus on environmental issues - working with the Trust to limit practices associated with catering that have a negative impact on the environment -A partnership between the Trust and the provider which enables both parties to meet key objectives through good communication, mutual respect and a thorough understanding of the ethos and priorities of the Trust with regard to staff working in schools, and the community each school serves The schools that form part of this tender are : Secondary - Soham Village College, Soham - 1390 pupils on roll (11-16 year olds) Primary -The Kennet Primary School, Kennet - 100 pupils on roll Primary -The Shade Primary School, Soham - 200 pupils on roll Primary -The Weatheralls Primary School, Soham - 450 pupils on roll Please note that the successful organisation will be required to gain Admitted Body Status to Cambridgeshire Local Government Pension Scheme. The Trust is voluntarily following the restricted procedure as set out within the Public Contract Regulations 2015 (PCR), however please note that this is considered a contract under the Light Touch Regime and therefore the Trust are not obliged to follow the full scope of the PCR. Timetable This timetable is indicative only. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to change it at its discretion. Submission of completed SQs 28th October 2021 Publish Invitation to Tender 9th November 2021 Site Visit 11th November 2021 Deadline for tender submissions 10th December 2021 Presentations 14th January 2022 Contract Start Date Beginning of April 2022 - Date TBC The Supplier Questionnaire with further details can be downloaded via the link in this advert or at www.matriculateconsulting.co.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f705bb11-6648-4e4f-a876-fed61b661379 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Sep 2021 | | Submission deadline | 28 Oct 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Apr 2022 - 1 Apr 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £650,000 | | 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 | MATRICULATE CONSULTING LTD | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN5 4DQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire | | Local authority | Wiltshire | | Electoral ward | Purton | | Westminster constituency | South Cotswolds | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 15894210 - School meals - 55524000 - School catering services ## Release History - 24 Sep 2021 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f705bb11-6648-4e4f-a876-fed61b661379 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f705bb11-6648-4e4f-a876-fed61b661379 24th September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP162780 NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided. ## Notice URLs - http://www.matriculateconsulting.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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