--- title: "Chichester Free School Catering" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-028e04" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-028e04" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-028e04.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-028e04.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CHICHESTER FREE SCHOOL" published: "2021-01-28" --- # Chichester Free School Catering Buyer: CHICHESTER FREE SCHOOL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-028e04 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-028e04) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-028e04.json) ## Summary The Chichester Free School is seeking bids for its catering services through a selective tender process. Located in Chichester, UK, this procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on school catering services (CPV code: 55524000). The tender period closes on 15th March 2021, and the second stage of bidding invites a minimum of five candidates on 29th March 2021. The successful contractor will support approximately 1,009 pupils, with services expected to meet high standards in a supportive and vibrant educational environment. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the catering sector, particularly those experienced in providing school meal services. Companies that specialise in nutritious meal preparation, food service management, and have a proven track record in educational environments would thrive in this competitive process. With a strong emphasis on inclusivity and high-quality service, businesses that can demonstrate innovative meal solutions and an understanding of school nutrition standards will have a competitive advantage in securing this contract. ## Notice Chichester Free School is a thriving, vibrant and successful all through school. CFS is a very special place to learn and work; with an experienced, passionate and motivated staff body, who work tirelessly for the young people in their care. At CFS, they have high expectations of all pupils throughout the Primary and Secondary phases. Their pupils are challenged to have uncompromising ambition in their academic endeavors. The school values of 'Nurture, Challenge and Inspire' underpin everything they do. Pupils receive a wide and varied curriculum and inspiring teaching alongside exceptional pastoral support, and a wide range of opportunities through their co-curricular offer, House System and Pupil Leadership programme. CFS is a strong, supportive and inclusive community. Positive relationships between teachers, pupils and parents are paramount to the School's success. From the age of 4 to 16, pupils are truly known as individuals, and are proud of their 'happy and safe school'. They are very lucky to be housed in state-of-the-art facilities in the beautiful cathedral town of Chichester, close to one of the south coast's sandiest beaches. But they also ensure that their pupils are continually looking outwards, growing up into truly global citizens. Their aim is that all pupils leave CFS with the empathy, resilience, tolerance and passion to succeed and thrive. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Pupils Number Pupil Numbers: - by year group Total: 1009 Reception 60 Year 1 57 Year 2 60 Year 3 60 Year 4 60 Year 5 64 Year 6 64 Year 7 120 Year 8 118 Year 9 114 Year 10 111 Year 11 121 Pricings/Sales Price Meal Deal Price 2.34 GBP UIFSM Entitled: 177 Uptake: 148 Value: 2.34 GBP FSM Entitled: 70 Uptake: 35 Value: 2.34 GBP Pupil Paid Meal Uptake: 4,200 GBP per week Value: 2.34 GBP Staff Duty Meal N/A Staff Cash Meals No of Staff: 150 Uptake: 200 GBP per week Value: 2.34 GBP + 5% VAT Sales over 12 months (176 trading days per year) UIFSM Sales over 12 months 60,952 GBP FSM Sales over 12 months 14,414 GBP Pupil Paid Meal Sales over 12 months 4,200 GBP per week (based on old meal price of 2.30 GBP) Staff Duty Meal Sales over 12 months N/A Staff Cash Sales over 12 months 200 GBP per week term time Hospitality Sales over 12 months 4,324 per annum Service Times Breakfast Club - N/A Break - Secondary Only: 10:40-11:10 Lunch - Secondary: Primary 11:45-13:00 / 13:00-13:40 Locked in Policy: No Current Contractor Culinera Renewal: 3 Year plus option for further 1 plus 1 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001710-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Jan 2021 | | Submission deadline | 15 Mar 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CHICHESTER FREE SCHOOL | | Locality | CHICHESTER | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO20 1NP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex | | ITL 3 | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) | | Local authority | Chichester | | Electoral ward | North Mundham & Tangmere | | Westminster constituency | Chichester | | Delivery location | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55524000 - School catering services ## Release History - 28 Jan 2021 at 09:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001710-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.mytenders.org - http://www.rmandcconsultants.co.uk - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/public-procurement-review-service-scope-and-remit - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=221811 - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA9341 - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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