--- title: "CBC-0865-T-TS Catering Services for St Andrews Lower School" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f3c4e499-08f8-4c8d-8c18-c743cea14ff7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f3c4e499-08f8-4c8d-8c18-c743cea14ff7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f3c4e499-08f8-4c8d-8c18-c743cea14ff7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f3c4e499-08f8-4c8d-8c18-c743cea14ff7.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2018-10-08" --- # CBC-0865-T-TS Catering Services for St Andrews Lower School Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f3c4e499-08f8-4c8d-8c18-c743cea14ff7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f3c4e499-08f8-4c8d-8c18-c743cea14ff7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f3c4e499-08f8-4c8d-8c18-c743cea14ff7.json) ## Summary The Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking proposals for the "CBC-0865-T-TS Catering Services for St Andrews Lower School." This procurement focuses on delivering catering services within the education sector, specifically for the St Andrews C of E VC Lower School located in Bedfordshire, East of England. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with a submission deadline set for 26 October 2018. The estimated contract value ranges from £750,000 for a five-year term, with potential extensions available. The contract is expected to commence on 1 January 2019 and conclude by 31 December 2024. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for catering businesses, particularly those experienced in providing high-quality meal services to educational institutions. Companies specialising in school catering and capable of delivering outstanding culinary experiences are encouraged to participate. This contract allows for significant growth in the education sector, as providers can build a long-term partnership to supply meals to the school, enhancing their reputation and market presence within the community. ## Notice Provision of Catering Services for St Andrews C of E VC Lower School St Andrews C of E VC Lower School is looking to appoint an experienced catering company to provide outstanding meals at lunchtime, using quality raw ingredients in dishes that are expertly cooked and beautifully presented with a smile. Please note Estimated Contract Value: PS750,00.00 - 5 year Contract term + Optional 1+1+1+1 = PS600,000.00 Please note timeline with regards to questions and submission dates. All communication/correspondence and clarifications must be sent via the In-tend portal. Please do not contact the Service area directly. Please view the 'Clarification' tab for any updates or responses to questions asked. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all suppliers tendering, to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification of, then please contact us using the correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Please ensure that you inform us of your decision to participate. To submit a response, you will be required to Opt In. Opt In- This will confirm to us of your involvement and your intention to submit a return. Opt Out- This will confirm to us that you are not submitting a return. You will be able to provide a reason as to your decision and have the option to cease any system-generated communication. You will be able to opt back in at any point. Target contract commencement date: 01 January 2019 Contract Period 5 years + 1+ 1 + 1 + 1 year(s) optional. Contract end date: 01/01/2024 Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71712119-6e29-4e5c-8ce7-398c8cdd72b6 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Oct 2018 | | Submission deadline | 26 Oct 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2024 | | 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 | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | BEDFORDSHIRE | | Post town | Stevenage | | Postcode | SG17 5TQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire | | Local authority | Central Bedfordshire | | Electoral ward | Shefford | | Westminster constituency | Hitchin | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55500000 - Canteen and catering services - 55520000 - Catering services - 55524000 - School catering services ## Release History - 8 Oct 2018 at 09:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71712119-6e29-4e5c-8ce7-398c8cdd72b6 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71712119-6e29-4e5c-8ce7-398c8cdd72b6 8th October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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