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title: "CA16131 - Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic MAT Tender for Catering Services - Secondary and Primary"
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# CA16131 - Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic MAT Tender for Catering Services - Secondary and Primary

Buyer: BLESSED EDWARD BAMBER CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9d90fe95-3a37-485c-a642-d761f8853e81

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "CA16131 - Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic MAT Tender for Catering Services - Secondary and Primary" has been completed. This initiative, led by the Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic Multi Academy Trust, aims to provide catering services across one secondary and two primary schools located in Blackpool. Utilising an 'open procedure' method, the contract is valued at GBP 2,176,845 and is classified under the school catering services industry category (CPV code 55524000). The contract period is set from 10th April 2026 to 9th April 2029, with the initial tender phase concluded on 1st September 2025. As of the latest update on 23rd January 2026, Innovate Services Ltd has been awarded the contract.

This tender provides a substantial growth opportunity for businesses in the school catering sector, especially those capable of delivering high-quality services. SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) would find this contract particularly advantageous given the suitability criteria outlined by the contracting authority. The procurement process favours entities capable of operating within the United Kingdom and various international locations. Engaging in such a public contract could enhance a company's visibility and reputation in the educational services market, potentially leading to further business opportunities.

## Notice

To provide catering services for the Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic MAT at one secondary and two primary schools based in Blackpool. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16131. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16131 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/093d0e71-42f1-4032-8723-461a3a695460 |
| 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 | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Apr 2026 - 9 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,854,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,176,845 |
| 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 | BLESSED EDWARD BAMBER CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY3 7EQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Park |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INNOVATE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55524000 - School catering services

## Release History

- 23 Jan 2026 at 12:30 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/093d0e71-42f1-4032-8723-461a3a695460
- 1 Jul 2025 at 14:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/093d0e71-42f1-4032-8723-461a3a695460

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/093d0e71-42f1-4032-8723-461a3a695460
  1st July 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

## Provenance

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