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title: "EPT-39979 - Rise Multi Academy Trust - Lot 1 - Catering Services - Case002323"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-048929"
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# EPT-39979 - Rise Multi Academy Trust - Lot 1 - Catering Services - Case002323

Buyer: RISE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-048929

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## Summary

The procurement process for "EPT-39979 - Rise Multi Academy Trust - Lot 1 - Catering Services - Case002323" was conducted by Rise Multi Academy Trust, located in Leicester, UK. This process falls within the industry category of "Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services" (CPV 90000000). The procurement stage has been completed, reaching the "Award" phase, with significant dates including the contract signing date on 17 June 2024. The procurement method used was a limited procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, owing to its alignment with an established Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). The estimated contract value ranges between £3,750,000 and £4,125,000 over five years, with an additional potential of two schools joining during the term, bringing extra expenditure of £90,000 per annum.

This tender offers notable opportunities for businesses in the catering services sector, particularly those experienced in school catering and capable of managing large contracts. It is particularly advantageous for SMEs, as evidenced by the participation of School Catering Support Ltd (T/A Relish!), an SME that has been awarded the contract. Businesses with strengths in quality menu provision, allergen management, and operational excellence in contract performance and staffing will find substantial opportunities for growth. The structured criteria emphasise quality and price, providing a balanced avenue for competitive differentiation.

## Notice

This contract is for the provision of catering services and will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of Rise Multi Academy Trusts catering services requirement.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Rise Multi Academy trust currently consists of 23 acadmies, increasing to 26 by April 2025. Our schools are beacons of good practice, care and support. We are united in our desire to help every child rise to the challenges and opportunities that await them in their lives. To achieve this, we work collectively and collaboratively. Underpinned by our strong Church of England ethos and values, there is a sense of family that enables us to achieve more as a group than as individual schools. The Call-Off Contract has an estimated value of between PS3,750,000 and PS4,125,000 for the maximum life of the contract (5 years). All references in these documents to values and/or volumes of business are for guidance only and there is no guarantee of any business. There is also the potential for a further 2 schools in the Derbyshire area to join during the term of the contract with total pupil numbers in excess of 500 and estimated spend of PS90,000 per annum, please refer to the Specification for further details.

Options: Contract length 36 months with the option to extend for 12 months + 12 months

### Procurement Information

This is an award notice for a further competition issued under an established DPS.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025124-2024 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £7,186,975 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | RISE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE7 2EN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Charnwood |
| Electoral ward | Wreake Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Melton and Syston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SCHOOL CATERING SUPPORT LTD (T/A RELISH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2024 at 17:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025124-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://www.risemat.co.uk

## Provenance

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