--- title: "School Catering Framework Contract for NLPSG Schools" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f58ce7b9-a9b2-455d-8dd7-9bbbd79c6d6f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f58ce7b9-a9b2-455d-8dd7-9bbbd79c6d6f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f58ce7b9-a9b2-455d-8dd7-9bbbd79c6d6f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f58ce7b9-a9b2-455d-8dd7-9bbbd79c6d6f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "RPJ3 GROUP" published: "2021-06-10" --- # School Catering Framework Contract for NLPSG Schools Buyer: RPJ3 GROUP Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f58ce7b9-a9b2-455d-8dd7-9bbbd79c6d6f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f58ce7b9-a9b2-455d-8dd7-9bbbd79c6d6f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f58ce7b9-a9b2-455d-8dd7-9bbbd79c6d6f.json) ## Summary The RPJ3 Group is seeking to establish a School Catering Framework Contract for primary and secondary schools located in North Lincolnshire. This tender, classified under school catering services, is currently in the tender stage, with the deadline for submission set for 9th July 2021. The successful bidders will commence service on 1st April 2022, with a contract duration of up to five years, including two optional one-year extensions. The procurement method chosen for this process is selective, specifically the restricted procedure, aimed at sourcing 2-3 providers for this multi-supplier framework. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in catering services, particularly those with experience in the educational sector. Companies that focus on delivering quality meal services tailored to the needs of schools will find this particularly relevant. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the framework is designed to promote competitive options while providing flexibility to accommodate the unique requirements of each school within the group. Successful bidders will not only gain access to a long-term contract but also enhance their portfolio within the public sector. ## Notice RPJ3 Group are seeking to procure a number of providers for a multi-supplier framework for catering services for a group of primary schools and one secondary school in North Lincolnshire (NLPSG). The main objective of this procurement exercise is to deliver the procurement of a framework that will enable RPJ3 Group to source catering services for the group of schools.There will be at least initially 9 schools in this framework which will be subject of direct award, with other schools using a later call off.It should be noted that it is not mandatory for the schools to use this framework. Schools will only call off from this agreement if they have a requirement to do so. It is envisaged the number of caterers on the framework will be between 2-3The provision of the service must demonstrate the best value approach and be flexible in its delivery and operation to ensure that the needs and ethos of individual schools are supported.This framework process is targeted to have a catering contract in place to commence in April 2022. Please note that this process covers all catering services within the schools with full tender costings and proposals for the 9 schools for a contract start in April 2022. These details will be further explained in the ITT documents. The process will include the creation of a select bidder list following analysis of SQ documents (within which the scoring criteria is included). Following the analysis of SQ's the selected bidders will be invited to attend site surveys and tender briefing initially planned for late September 2021. Tender responses deadline is planned as mid-October 2021 and it is envisaged that interviews will take place in late November 2021. The contract will be for a 3 +1 +1 period (5 years in total including the option to extend for 1 + 1years). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17e5d307-8dc7-4d9a-9acb-1e7cdd2f6878 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Jun 2021 | | Submission deadline | 9 Jul 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2025 | | 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 | RPJ3 GROUP | | Locality | NORTH LINCOLNSHIRE | | Post town | Doncaster | | Postcode | DN18 5AW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire | | ITL 3 | TLE13 North and North East Lincolnshire | | Local authority | North Lincolnshire | | Electoral ward | Barton | | Westminster constituency | Brigg and Immingham | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55524000 - School catering services ## Release History - 10 Jun 2021 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17e5d307-8dc7-4d9a-9acb-1e7cdd2f6878 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17e5d307-8dc7-4d9a-9acb-1e7cdd2f6878 10th June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN162150 NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided. ## Notice URLs - http://www.rpj3group.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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