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title: "Leigh Academies Trust ~ Catering Services Tender"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-037393"
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# Leigh Academies Trust ~ Catering Services Tender

Buyer: LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-037393

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## Summary

The Leigh Academies Trust is inviting tenders for catering services to be provided at various academy sites in the UK, including primary and secondary schools. The contract, with a total value of £36,197,964 GBP, is for three years with the possibility of a two-year extension. The Trust emphasises the need for innovative food concepts to cater to diverse student tastes and requirements. Suppliers interested in this opportunity should note the tender deadline of November 11, 2022, with the second stage of the process commencing on December 5, 2022.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for suppliers, particularly those experienced in providing catering services to educational institutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, although selection will be based on strict criteria. Businesses with a track record in delivering high-quality and innovative food services to schools will be well-suited to compete in this tender process. The contracting authority, Leigh Academies Trust, seeks to partner with suppliers who can offer value for money and meet the unique needs of the diverse student population across their academies.

## Notice

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for Leigh Academies Trust, at the following sites: *Bearsted Primary Academy *Cherry Orchard Primary Academy *Dartford Primary Academy - York Road Site *Dartford Primary Academy - St Albans Road Site *Eastcote Primary Academy *Hartley Primary Academy *High Halstow Primary Academy *Horsmonden Primary Academy *Langley Park Primary Academy *Marden Primary Academy *Molehill Primary Academy *Oaks Primary Academy *Paddock Wood Primary Academy *Peninsula East Primary Academy *Tree Tops Primary Academy *Hayesbrook Academy *Hundred of Hoo Academy *Leigh Academy Blackheath *Leigh Academy Rainham *Longfield Academy *Mascalls Academy *Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School *Stationers' Crown Woods Academy *Strood Academy *The Halley Academy *The Leigh Academy *The Leigh UTC *Wilmington Academy *Milestone Academy *Snowfields Academy - Bearsted site *Snowfields Academy - Cranbrook site

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Leigh Academies Trust is a non-profit making charitable company limited by guarantee, based in Strood, Medway. The Trust exists to support and assist schools to build upon their existing strengths and to help them achieve rapid educational transformation. It has significant experience in running schools, and today includes both sponsored academies and schools which have chosen to convert to Academy status. The Trust was formed in 2008 with the linking of the Leigh Technology Academy and Longfield Academy under one governing body. Today, we encompass more than 20,000 students between the ages of 2 months and 19 in 30 primary, secondary and special academies including one all-through academy and one grammar school. The tender project is seeking to appoint a Contractor whose initiative and innovation will be welcomed for the provision of service within the existing facilities for the 20,000 students on roll and 2,000 teaching and support staff, with a focus on exciting new food concepts to satisfy a wide range of pupil tastes and dietary requirements. The Trust would wish the successful contractor to review the current range of services offered and make recommendations accordingly. The contract being tendered is for three years in duration from 1st September 2023 to 31st August 2026 and will operate as a Guaranteed Performance Contract, with the successful Contractor offering the School a guaranteed return / cost per annum for the provision of catering services. Sovereignty of the cash tariff is to remain with Leigh Academies Trust for the duration of this contract. The academic year is based on a calendar of approximately 190 days with each academy setting their own calendar. The contract offered covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the Trust, which currently includes morning break, lunch, after school provision, all hospitality and free issue requirements. Free School Meals and hospitality will be charged based on consumption and at net food cost. Of particular note for this contract is Milestone Academy, a special academy which caters for pupils as young as 2 years old up to sixth form age, some of whom have severe special needs and therefore an inclusive and often individual approach to catering is required. Whilst Leigh Academies Trust prioritises value for money as a key objective of the Competitive Tender Process, it is not obliged to accept the lowest price. See SQ Document for further details.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011209-2023 |
| 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 | 19 Apr 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Nov 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Apr 2023 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2023 - 31 Aug 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,197,964 |
| Lots value | £36,197,964 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £45,717,765 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST |
| Locality | KENT |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME2 2SX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ41 Medway |
| Local authority | Medway |
| Electoral ward | Strood West |
| Westminster constituency | Rochester and Strood |
| Delivery location | TLI London, TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CUCINA RESTAURANTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55524000 - School catering services

## Release History

- 19 Apr 2023 at 11:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011209-2023
- 6 Oct 2022 at 18:05 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028172-2022
- 6 Oct 2022 at 15:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028135-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://leighacademiestrust.org.uk/
- https://litmustms.co.uk/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=776413368
- https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/VUDTU693G6
- https://litmustms.co.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Kent:-School-catering-services./VUDTU693G6

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