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title: "CA15441 - Advantage Schools: Outsourced Catering Services"
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# CA15441 - Advantage Schools: Outsourced Catering Services

Buyer: ADVANTAGE SCHOOLS(OLD)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ee5baa4e-337f-4b62-b1e1-eaeb95d72ff5

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## Summary

Advantage Schools, a reputable educational trust based in Bedford, England, recently concluded a procurement process for outsourced catering services under the title "CA15441 - Advantage Schools: Outsourced Catering Services". This contract falls within the catering services industry category, as classified under CPV 55520000. The procurement utilised an open procedure and involved services needed at five schools within the trust. The award stage was completed on 28 May 2025, following the tender period that ended on 1 May 2025. The awarded contract, held by Chartwells, spans from 1 August 2025 to 31 July 2028, providing ample duration for contractual obligations and service delivery. The opportunity covers multiple locations, with service implementation primarily in the United Kingdom.

This contract presents a strategic opportunity for growth for businesses in the catering sector, particularly those capable of servicing large educational institutions. The open procedure allows for transparency and wide participation, making it an ideal chance for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to demonstrate their capabilities and secure a high-profile contract. Given the nature of the services and the scale involved, businesses with a solid track record in catering and a focus on regional or national operations would find this contract especially beneficial. Additionally, with the potential for future similar tenders, successful collaboration with Advantage Schools could enhance visibility and credibility in the educational services market.

## Notice

Advantage Schools are seeking a catering service provider for five of the schools in the Trust: - Bedford Free School - Elstow School - Houstone School - Queen's Park Academy - Laburnum Primary School To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA15441. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA15441 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/0eae32aa-a1fa-4a34-87d6-375ffbad4a23 |
| 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 | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ADVANTAGE SCHOOLS(OLD) |
| Locality | BEDFORD |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK44 3RZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Kingsbrook |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CHARTWELLS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 28 May 2025 at 15:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0eae32aa-a1fa-4a34-87d6-375ffbad4a23

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0eae32aa-a1fa-4a34-87d6-375ffbad4a23
  28th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

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