--- title: "Kingston University Catering Service" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-035961" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-035961" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-035961.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-035961.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "KINGSTON UNIVERSITY" published: "2022-08-05" --- # Kingston University Catering Service Buyer: KINGSTON UNIVERSITY Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-035961 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-035961) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-035961.json) ## Summary Kingston University is planning to initiate a tender for catering services at its London campus, with the contract expected to commence on 1st August 2023. This procurement falls under the main category of services, specifically focusing on canteen and catering services (CPV code: 55500000). The university, located in Kingston-upon-Thames, is actively seeking input from potential suppliers until 26th August 2022 to inform its future procurement strategy, which will officially take place between October 2022 and February 2023. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the catering sector, particularly those with experience in delivering flexible and innovative food service solutions that enhance the student experience. Companies that specialise in high-street food brands or can provide commercially viable catering options may find themselves well-positioned to compete. The university is also keen on engaging suppliers who are committed to fair work practices and can adapt to changing market trends in food preferences. ## Notice Catering Services at Kingston University ### Lot Information Lot 1 Catering at Kingston University London ~ Market Engagement Brief PurposeKingston University London is considering future options for the delivery of its catering services from August 2023 and this call for market engagement is to determine options that will best meet Kingston University's objectives and by which to inform subsequent procurement.BackgroundKingston University is in a pleasant suburb on the borders of London and Surrey and is 25 minutes by train from central London. It is the largest higher education provider in South West London with more than 18,000 students enrolled on full and part-time courses and more than 1,900 staff. Its institutional history dates back to 1899 and it was established as a University in 1992. Kingston University, which is based cross four campuses, is passionate about enhancing its students' life chances by helping them make the most of their learning opportunity and equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed in the 21st century's demanding workplace. The University has a growing reputation for innovation and enterprise through its applied research, technology transfer and knowledge sharing activities and offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses together with degree apprenticeships.The University is committed to fair work practices and paying above the minimum wage in line with the cost of living. We are also working towards becoming accredited as a real living wage employer and encourage our suppliers to do the same. For more information about the University, please visit our website www.kingston.ac.ukObjectivesKingston University currently operates an outsourced catering service, with the contract expiring in August 2023.As such, Kingston University wishes to conduct early market engagement to gather information from potential suppliers on the best options available and the current state of the market.Market InsightWe would like to receive feedback from potential suppliers on the questions below, please send your responses to Simon Biggs at Litmus Partnership who are assisting Kingston University with this exercise, his address is SimonBiggs@litmuspartnership.co.ukPlease send any responses by the close of play on the 26th August 2022To help inform the development of the Tender Specification, the University wishes to receive your views and opinions on the following areas: 1. The University is exploring the use of high-street food brands: a) Do you consider Brands offer a better student experience to in-house alternatives?b) From you experience what food brands offer the best value and experience to students? c) Do you believe the use of brands improves the financial performance of the contract?2. COVID has given the University much reason to consider a more flexible catering solution that ensures the food service remains both relevant and commercially viable for both the Client and Contractor: a) From you own experience what initiatives have you developed to support a more flexible catering solution to students? b) What do you believe now to be the best commercial arrangement that ensures both parties can benefit from a profitable business? 3. Ensuring the food offer remains 'on -trend' and an attractive proposition to the high-street: a) What changes in food offers have you experienced in the past few years? b) Looking ahead, what do you consider will be the most important food offers for students and why?Kingston University may organise a supplier engagement day, if you would be interested in this please also include this in your response.Outline Future Procurement Timetable Please note that responding to this PIN is not applying for this tender, which will be advertised separately when ready.PIN/Expressions of Interest August 2022Procurement October 2022 - February 2023Contract Implementation March 2023 - August 2023Contract Commence 1st August 2023 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021583-2022 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Aug 2022 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 4 Aug 2022 | | 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 | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | KINGSTON UNIVERSITY | | Locality | KINGSTON-UPON-THAMES | | Post town | Kingston upon Thames | | Postcode | KT1 2EE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI6 Outer London - South | | ITL 3 | TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton | | Local authority | Kingston upon Thames | | Electoral ward | Kingston Town | | Westminster constituency | Kingston and Surbiton | | Delivery location | TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55500000 - Canteen and catering services - 55520000 - Catering services - 55523000 - Catering services for other enterprises or other institutions ## Release History - 5 Aug 2022 at 13:45 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021583-2022 ## Notice URLs - http://www.kingston.ac.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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