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title: "Westhoughton High School ~ Catering Tender"
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buyer: "WESTHOUGHTON HIGH SCHOOL"
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# Westhoughton High School ~ Catering Tender

Buyer: WESTHOUGHTON HIGH SCHOOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ef9c1682-b899-471f-b7fd-406d3eae9852

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Westhoughton High School Catering Tender has been completed, with the award granted to the supplier Taylor Shaw. The buying organisation, Westhoughton High School, located in Bolton, UK, sought services under the industry category of school catering services (CPV: 55524000). This contract, valued at £2,632,488, was conducted via a selective procurement method, specifically the restricted procedure. Key dates included the conclusion of the tender period on 8th April 2025, with the contract set to commence on 1st June 2025 and run through to 31st May 2030. The procurement was managed at the award stage, with the award notice published on 23rd April 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in catering services, particularly those with the capability to manage large-scale operations in educational settings. While the tender was particularly suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), large companies like Taylor Shaw were also considered successful. The structured and carefully managed procurement method ensures that businesses providing high-quality, comprehensive school catering services could thrive and expand their market presence by serving a diverse and inclusive school community in the North West region of the UK.

## Notice

Westhoughton High School is a school of 1354 pupils in years 7-11. Heads welcome: This is a school with exceptional character and warmth, that you can sense even as you walk down our drive. A school that sits at the heart of the community because community matters to us here. It is my vision that during the time of my Headship this school will continue to grow to be a truly inclusive and restorative organisation that strives to meet the needs of every individual. We are a diverse community of over 1500 students and staff who have built a school centred around excellent relationships and the desire to bring our very best each day. The LEARN values that fly on the flags at the front of our school really mean something here. We genuinely do follow these five core values to ensure that students and staff have the chance to thrive in our school.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b670ad2c-877f-4b93-a609-9d6e31d644bd |
| 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 | 23 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2025 - 31 May 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,632,488 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,632,488 |
| 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 | WESTHOUGHTON HIGH SCHOOL |
| Locality | BOLTON |
| Post town | Bolton |
| Postcode | BL5 3DN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD36 Greater Manchester North West |
| Local authority | Bolton |
| Electoral ward | Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Bolton West |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TAYLOR SHAW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55524000 - School catering services

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2025 at 10:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b670ad2c-877f-4b93-a609-9d6e31d644bd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b670ad2c-877f-4b93-a609-9d6e31d644bd
  23rd April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=943480525
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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