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title: "The Mead Educational Trust"
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# The Mead Educational Trust

Buyer: MATRICULATE CONSULTING LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02fe84

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## Summary

The Mead Educational Trust, managed by Matriculate Consulting Ltd, is seeking contractors for catering services within their thirteen academies located in Leicester and Leicestershire. The tender, classified under school catering services, comprises two lots: Lot 1 for secondary schools and Lot 2 for primary schools. This procurement process is currently at the tender stage, having begun on 27th January 2022, with the submission deadline set for 1st March 2022. The contract will commence on 1st August 2022, spanning three years with an option for a 24-month extension, showcasing a progressive approach to supplier engagement.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses within the catering services industry, especially those with experience in educational settings. Companies that specialise in managing quality catering for schools, particularly those capable of tailoring their services to meet diverse needs, would be well-positioned to compete effectively. The contract's structure, with aimed emphasis on quality over price, indicates a preference for suppliers who can deliver high standards alongside competitive financial models, making this a valuable opportunity for ambitious catering firms seeking to expand their portfolio in the educational sector.

## Notice

The Mead Educational Trust currently has thirteen member academies - five secondary and eight primaries all in Leicester and Leicestershire. The Trust are looking for potential contractors to demonstrate their relevant experience and expertise to manage quality catering services for its secondary and primary academies from August 2022 with a 3 year contract and the option to extend for up to a further 2 years. New schools joining the Trust may join the contract(s) during the contract term. The tender is being split into two Lots - Lot 1 Secondaries and Lot 2 Primaries. The financial structure of Lot 1 will be on a guaranteed annual cost/return model. Lot 2 will be on a fixed price per meal model The Trust values the individuality of all member academies and expects bidders to demonstrate a sound appreciation of this in their tender submissions and in any proposed initiatives. The SQ documentation can be downloaded from the link in 1.1 Indicative timetable 27th January 2022 -ITT commences 31st January 2022 - Tender Meeting(Online) 3rd & 4th February 2022 - Site Visits 1st March 2022 - Tender submission deadline 31st March 2022 - Presentations 1st August 2022 - Contract Comencement

### Lot Information

The Mead Educational Trust - Secondary School Catering Services

There are currently 5 secondary schools in the Trust Rushey Mead Academy Orchard Mead Academy Castle Mead Academy Kibworth Academy Brook Mead Academy

Renewal: Extension of up to 24 months

The Mead Educational Trust - Primary School Catering Services

Abbey Mead Primary Academy, Fosse Mead Primary Academy, Kestrel Mead Primary Academy,Knighton Mead Primary Academy,North Mead Primary Academy, Rowlatts Mead Primary Academy, Thurnby Mead Primary Academy, and Willowbrook Mead Primary Academy

Renewal: Extension of up to 24 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018898-2022 |
| 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 | 11 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jul 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £6,350,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MATRICULATE CONSULTING LTD |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN5 4DQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Purton |
| Westminster constituency | South Cotswolds |
| Delivery location | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COMPASS GROUP UK & IRELAND TRADING AS CHARTWELLS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55524000 - School catering services

## Release History

- 11 Jul 2022 at 11:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018898-2022
- 8 Dec 2021 at 10:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030477-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://matriculateconsulting.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/TMET-SQ-1-1.docx
- http://www.matriculateconsulting.co.uk
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/public-procurement-review-service-scope-and-remit
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA41589

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