--- title: "Project Tide" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-047e83" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-047e83" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-047e83.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-047e83.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF KENT" published: "2024-08-21" --- # Project Tide Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF KENT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-047e83 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-047e83) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-047e83.json) ## Summary The University of Kent is currently in the tender stage for "Project Tide", a public procurement contract seeking to enhance its catering services as part of the Kent 2030 strategy. The procurement falls under the "Catering services" industry category and is classified as a service type. The University is based in Canterbury, Kent, and the strategic initiative aims to partner with an experienced third-party contract caterer. Key dates to note include a recent extension, setting the new deadline for tender submissions to Monday 2nd September 2024, with clarification questions due by Friday 24th August 2024. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure, and the entire process is expected to run for about five years, with a possible two-year extension. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in catering services, especially those capable of providing high-quality, diverse food options while aligning with the University's modernisation and technology-driven aims. Companies that can innovate through investments in refurbishments, system updates, and unique food service methods will find this procurement particularly favourable. The University seeks to implement its catering strategy effectively, aiming to improve customer experience on campus, thereby creating lucrative opportunities for businesses to showcase their expertise and expand their market presence. ## Notice Project Tide, is a key initiative under the Commercial Services and Estates contributions to the Kent 2030 strategy, that is designed to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the University's operations. This project specifically targets the Catering Department by seeking a reputable third-party contract caterer to partner with. This strategic move will enable the University to focus on its core educational offerings while leveraging the expertise and capabilities of a specialised partner. As part of the Kent 2030 strategy, Commercial Services and Estates are dedicated to delivering an exceptional student experience and adding value on campus. The University is seeking an experienced contract catering provider who will allow the University to redirect resources towards key change requirements, implement its catering strategy, enhance customer experience through technological advancements and modernised offering. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The scope of works encompasses several key areas. Service provision will involve comprehensive catering across multiple outlets, offering a diverse range of high-quality food and beverage options that cater to various dietary needs and preferences and enhance the student and staff experience across the campus. The University seeks a third-Party provider who can be innovative with investments in modernisation through refurbishments, systems and facility upgrades, and the adoption of new and creative food service and presentation methods. The University is looking for proposals that demonstrate the ability to create, develop and deliver solutions to meet our objectives. We understand that the proposals and tender can only share indicative deliverables and that a discovery phase will be required to outline final deliverables. Renewal: This contract is for a period of 5 years with the option to extend for 2 years in 12 month negotiations. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026581-2024 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Aug 2024 | | Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2024 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF KENT | | Locality | CANTERBURY, KENT | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT2 7NZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Canterbury | | Electoral ward | Blean Forest | | Westminster constituency | Canterbury | | Delivery location | TLJ44 East Kent | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55520000 - Catering services ## Release History - 21 Aug 2024 at 07:49 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026581-2024 - 18 Jul 2024 at 13:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022324-2024 ## Notice URLs - http://www.cedr.com - https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=83881&B=UNIVERSITYKENT - https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/97209 - https://www.kent.ac.uk/finance/procurement.html ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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