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title: "Graduation 2019 Catering"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-abd8aa99-c39c-4983-8f71-120541ff060e"
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buyer: "LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY"
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# Graduation 2019 Catering

Buyer: LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-abd8aa99-c39c-4983-8f71-120541ff060e

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## Summary

The London South Bank University (LSBU) is conducting a public procurement process for catering services related to its Graduation 2019 ceremonies. This initiative is classified under the catering services industry category and is set to take place in London. The procurement method being utilized is an open procedure, and the tender period is currently active, with the deadline for submissions on 13th June 2019. The contract is scheduled to commence on 7th October 2019 and will conclude on 4th November 2019, encompassing eight ceremonies held over four days.

This tender presents significant business opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), particularly those specialising in catering services. Companies that can provide a diverse range of high-quality food options and a memorable dining experience for graduates and their guests would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance the business visibility and reputation of vendors, contributing positively to their growth within the competitive catering sector.

## Notice

London South Bank University is committed to making graduation ceremonies as special as possible for our graduates and guests in attendance. It remains our aim to continue to provide an exciting, positive and celebratory experience for graduates to enjoy this momentous occasion which includes the provision of a post-ceremony buffet reception for graduates, guests and LSBU staff. LSBU Graduation Ceremonies are held at the Royal Festival Hall over a 4-day period: 7th October 2019, 14th October 2019, 28th October 2019 and 4th November 2019. There are eight ceremonies in total, two per day. Graduation ceremonies commence at 11am and 3pm daily. At every stage of the graduation experience, guests must feel part of the celebration and the catering experience should enhance this and the food options should be aligned to the overall graduation experience. Additional information: All tender documentation available free of charge from the following portal

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fe36c85-e0e7-4b76-b731-a2e6ede12d78 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jun 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Oct 2019 - 4 Nov 2019 |
| 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 | LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 0AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |
| Local authority | Southwark |
| Electoral ward | St George's |
| Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 23 May 2019 at 12:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fe36c85-e0e7-4b76-b731-a2e6ede12d78

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fe36c85-e0e7-4b76-b731-a2e6ede12d78
  23rd May 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://lsbu.bravosolution.co.uk
  LSBU E-sourcing platform

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