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title: "S4S ~ Cluster 8 ~ Catering Tender"
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# S4S ~ Cluster 8 ~ Catering Tender

Buyer: SERVICES FOR SCHOOLS LTD (S4S)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02e180

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Services for Schools Ltd (S4S) issuing a tender titled "S4S ~ Cluster 8 ~ Catering Tender" for school catering services in Wolverhampton. This is a selective procurement method, conducted as a collaborative project with the support of The Litmus Partnership Ltd. The tender covers two lots for various schools within the S4S Cluster 8, aimed at delivering high-quality catering services. The contract period starts on 1 September 2022 and runs until 31 August 2025, with the possibility of extending for an additional two years. Key dates in this process include the deadline for submissions, which has passed, and the contract was signed on 8 April 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in school catering services and healthy food solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in managing catering contracts for educational institutions would be well-positioned to compete. The successful contractor will need to demonstrate operational flexibility and a commitment to sourcing fresh, local ingredients. Businesses with a strong team capable of providing training and customer service can present a competitive advantage as the contracting authority seeks transparency, innovative menus, and effective communication within the schools.

## Notice

This tender process is a collaborative project, undertaken by The Litmus Partnership Ltd on behalf of Services4Schools (S4S). S4S are conducting a Lotted tender process for eight Schools, known as Cluster 8.

### Lot Information

S4S ~ Cluster 8 ~ Lot 1

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for the Schools within S4S Cluster 8. This is a Lotted tender project for the following Schools and Trust in Wolverhampton: Lot 1 Bantock Primary School, Aston Street, Wolverhampton, WV3 0HY Lanesfield Primary School, Newman Avenue, Wolverhampton, WV4 6BZ Merridale Primary School, Aspen Way, Wolverhampton WV3 0UP Oak Meadow Primary School, Ryan Avenue, Wolverhampton, WV11 2QQ Uplands Junior School, Finchfield Road East, Wolverhampton, WV3 8BA It is expected that any bidding contractor will submit for all eight Schools as one contract, however, the Trust reserve the right to award their contract separately from the other five Schools, if necessary. The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which is inclusive of all hospitality and free issue requirements. The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 1 September 2022 and concluding on 31 August 2025, with the potential to then extend for a further period of two years. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years. The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis. The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements. The successful contractor will already have, or need to develop, a strong operational base within the West Midlands, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term. TUPE is expected to apply. It is possible that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme. Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain. The Cluster also wishes to achieve as a result of this tender process; 1.Experienced and insightful contract management to promote good levels of communication and engagement with each School and Trusts. 2.Well-trained catering teams at each school, with a focus by the successful contractor on both craft training and customer service. 3.The provision of a healthy balanced menu that meets nutritional guidelines and is enjoyed by all students. 4.An effective marketing campaign that is suitable and appropriate for each school that should be promoted effectively to both pupils and parents alike. 5.Total transparency with accounts that are clear and easy to understand. To achieve overall value for money is an objective of this tender - however please note that the Cluster is not obliged to accept the lowest price and the contract award will be in line with the marking matrix published with the tender specification. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/85YRQ7VX62

S4S ~ Cluster 8 ~ Lot 2

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for the Schools within S4S Cluster 8. This is a Lotted tender project for the following Schools and Trust in Wolverhampton: Lot 2 St Martin's Multi Academy Trust, comprising: St Martin's CE Primary Academy, Wallace Road, Wolverhampton, WV14 8BS Field View Primary Academy, Lonsdale Road, Wolverhampton, WV14 7AE Grove Primary Academy, Caledonia Road, Wolverhampton, WV2 1JA It is expected that any bidding contractor will submit for all eight Schools as one contract, however, the Trust reserve the right to award their contract separately from the other five Schools, if necessary. The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which is inclusive of all hospitality and free issue requirements. The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 1 September 2022 and concluding on 31 August 2025, with the potential to then extend for a further period of two years. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years. The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis. The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements. The successful contractor will already have, or need to develop, a strong operational base within the West Midlands, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term. TUPE is expected to apply. It is possible that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme. Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain. The Cluster also wishes to achieve as a result of this tender process; 1.Experienced and insightful contract management to promote good levels of communication and engagement with each School and Trusts. 2.Well-trained catering teams at each school, with a focus by the successful contractor on both craft training and customer service. 3.The provision of a healthy balanced menu that meets nutritional guidelines and is enjoyed by all students. 4.An effective marketing campaign that is suitable and appropriate for each school that should be promoted effectively to both pupils and parents alike. 5.Total transparency with accounts that are clear and easy to understand. To achieve overall value for money is an objective of this tender - however please note that the Cluster is not obliged to accept the lowest price and the contract award will be in line with the marking matrix published with the tender specification. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/8S8BN2Y56Y

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020425-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Apr 2022 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2022 - 31 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,614,000 |
| Lots value | £3,614,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £182,538 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SERVICES FOR SCHOOLS LTD (S4S) |
| Additional buyers | BANTOCK PRIMARY SCHOOL; LANESFIELD PRIMARY SCHOOL; MERRIDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL; OAK MEADOW PRIMARY SCHOOL; ST MARTIN’S MULTI ACADEMY TRUST; UPLANDS JUNIOR SCHOOL |
| Locality | WOLVERHAMPTON |
| Post town | Wolverhampton |
| Postcode | WV1 4BL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG39 Wolverhampton |
| Local authority | Wolverhampton |
| Electoral ward | Bilston South |
| Westminster constituency | Wolverhampton South East |
| Delivery location | TLG39 Wolverhampton |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CATER LINK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55524000 - School catering services

## Release History

- 27 Jul 2022 at 09:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020425-2022
- 16 Sep 2021 at 13:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023053-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://litmustms.co.uk/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=708874071
- https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/85YRQ7VX62
- https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/8S8BN2Y56Y
- https://litmustms.co.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Wolverhampton:-School-catering-services./85YRQ7VX62
- https://smartmat.org.uk/
- https://www.bantockprimaryschool.co.uk/
- https://www.lanesfieldprimary.co.uk/
- https://www.merridaleprimary.co.uk/
- https://www.oakmeadowschool.uk/
- https://www.services4schools.org.uk/
- https://www.uplandsjuniorschool.org.uk/

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