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title: "S4S Cluster 7"
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# S4S Cluster 7

Buyer: SERVICES FOR SCHOOLS LTD (S4S)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b748f2f1-ba74-4f49-876e-e2437bb6bdcb

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "S4S Cluster 7" is managed by Services for Schools Ltd (S4S) and involves the provision of catering services to 13 schools located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The contract is valued at £4 million and was awarded using a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure. The tender period concluded on 15 February 2021, with the contract starting on 1 April 2021 and running through to 31 March 2026. This contract addresses the need for school catering services in the educational sector.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in catering services, particularly those that can demonstrate experience in the education sector. Companies classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, as they are well-suited to provide tailored services that meet the specific needs of schools. The engagement with Services for Schools Ltd (S4S) not only allows for the expansion of business portfolios within the public sector but also fosters innovation and high-quality service delivery to enhance student experiences in these schools.

## Notice

The successful Supplier(s) will be required to provide catering services at the 13 Schools, which have been split into 2 lots. Services 4 Schools (S4S) Ltd have been commissioned by the school cluster Clients to coordinate this project to ensure "Best Value" is achieved in both financial and qualitative terms moving forwards into this contract term

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4e17a4-c21a-4848-a2bb-f52b3c64f97f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,000,000 |
| 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 | SERVICES FOR SCHOOLS LTD (S4S) |
| Locality | WOLVERHAMPTON |
| Post town | Wolverhampton |
| Postcode | WV10 6TA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG39 Wolverhampton |
| Local authority | Wolverhampton |
| Electoral ward | Bushbury North |
| Westminster constituency | Wolverhampton North East |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | ABM CATERING; SHIRE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55524000 - School catering services

## Release History

- 10 Apr 2021 at 11:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4e17a4-c21a-4848-a2bb-f52b3c64f97f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4e17a4-c21a-4848-a2bb-f52b3c64f97f
  10th April 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=584105679
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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