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title: "CA16997 - Cradle Hill CP School _ East Sussex"
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# CA16997 - Cradle Hill CP School _ East Sussex

Buyer: CRADLE HILL COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cd8d7b7f-65e8-4d0d-ac70-0258725d730d

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## Summary

Cradle Hill Community Primary School in Seaford, East Sussex, is inviting tenders for a professional contract caterer to supply school meals. The tender, titled "CA16997 - Cradle Hill CP School", falls under the industry category of "School meals" (CPV 15894210) and operates through an open procurement method. The tender is currently in the tender stage, with significant key dates, including a tender period end date set for 19th March 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st August 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2029, covering various delivery locations within the United Kingdom and globally, according to the addresses provided.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses looking to expand in the catering industry, particularly those specialising in fresh and nutritious meal production. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that focus on child-centric catering services, healthy eating, and support of pupil wellbeing could find this project particularly beneficial. As the tender emphasises high quality and alignment with community values, businesses with a strong ethos in promoting nutritious school meals will likely have a competitive edge. Engaging in this contract can facilitate significant business growth within the educational sector, amplifying market presence for successful bidders.

## Notice

Cradle Hill Community Primary School is seeking a professional contract caterer to create, produce, and serve fresh, nutritious, and imaginative lunches for pupils and staff. The successful provider will deliver a high?quality, child?focused catering service that promotes healthy eating, supports pupil wellbeing, and reflects the school's values and community ethos. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16997. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16997 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/ffce7bf9-3415-4040-bf77-ae15dea157b3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| 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 | CRADLE HILL COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL |
| Locality | SEAFORD |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN25 3BA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Lewes |
| Electoral ward | Seaford North |
| Westminster constituency | Lewes |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15894210 - School meals

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2026 at 08:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ffce7bf9-3415-4040-bf77-ae15dea157b3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ffce7bf9-3415-4040-bf77-ae15dea157b3
  13th January 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

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