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title: "The Pennine Trust ~ Catering Tender"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04c648"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE PENNINE TRUST"
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# The Pennine Trust ~ Catering Tender

Buyer: THE PENNINE TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04c648

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## Summary

The Pennine Trust is currently in the tender stage of their procurement process for catering services across their four schools in and around Colne, Lancashire. The tender, titled "The Pennine Trust ~ Catering Tender", falls under the industry category of School Catering Services (CPV code 55524000). The procurement method is a restricted procedure, with an invitation date for the second stage on 17 February 2025 and the tender period ending on 17 January 2025. The total estimated contract value is approximately £2,579,500, with an annual contract value of about £515,900. The contract will start on 1 September 2025 and end on 31 August 2030.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity for catering companies, especially those that can cater to educational institutions and meet the high standards required by the Pennine Trust. With four schools ranging from a small rural primary to a culturally diverse, larger primary school, businesses that specialise in diverse and large-scale catering operations will be well-suited to compete. The procurement process is selective, taking forward a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 10 suppliers to the tender stage, ensuring only well-qualified bidders proceed. This contract offers a stable, long-term opportunity for the successful bidder, ensuring steady business and the possibility to establish a strong relationship with an educational trust.

## Notice

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for the four schools within The Pennine Trust. The Trust consists of one Secondary and three primary schools in and around Colne in Lancashire. The annual value of the contract in total is approximately PS515,900.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for the four schools within The Pennine Trust. The Trust consists of one Secondary and three primary schools in and around Colne in Lancashire. The annual value of the contract in total is approximately PS515,900. The Pennine Multi Academy Trust was formed in Sept 2018 and comprises of the following four schools: Blacko Primary Built in 1889, Blacko Primary is a small, rural village primary school, accommodating 18 staff and 102 pupils. The school is surrounded by the scenic countryside of Pendle and falls within the authority of Lancashire County Council. Blacko's ethos is to develop young people with creative minds, a sense of understanding and compassion for others. Blacko are proud of their dedicated and committed staff who strive to create confident and well-educated children with the Trust core values; Be Ambitious, Be collaborative, Be Respectful at their centre. The school primarily serves families from Blacko and nearby villages. The demographic is predominantly White British with a small proportion of pupils from other ethnic backgrounds. Blacko Primary School has been consistently rated 'Good' by OFSTED. The inspectors praised its supportive environment, strong leadership and high-quality teaching Laneshaw Bridge Primary School Laneshaw Bridge Primary School is a modern, purpose built in 2012, single story primary school located in the rural village of Laneshaw Bridge on the picturesque Lancashire-Yorkshire border. This contemporary environment provides a bright, spacious, and accessible learning environment designed to support students' educational journey and promote inclusivity for all. Surrounded by scenic countryside, the school has a strong connection to its rural roots and plays an integral role within the local community. The school with 204 pupils and 24 staff, is dedicated to creating a nurturing, supportive atmosphere where each child is encouraged to explore, grow and achieve their potential. The school's ethos centres on the core trust values of Ambition, Respect and Collaboration. Serving children primarily from Laneshaw Bridge and surrounding villages, the school reflects the rural demographic of the area, with predominantly White British students. In November 2023, Laneshaw Bridge received an 'Outstanding' rating from OFSTED. The report praised the school's ambitious and inclusive educational approach, noting that students excel across a broad, enriching curriculum. Inspectors commented on the exceptional behaviour of the pupils and highlighted their happiness, sense of being valued and sense of being heard. Pupils were also recognised for embodying the school's core values, distinguishing themselves as exemplary students. Colne Lord Street Colne Lord Street Primary School, built in 1901, is in the heart of Colne, a historic market town within the borough of Pendle, Lancashire. With currently 343 pupils on roll and a dedicated staff team of 55, the school is well established within the community, serving a diverse student body from Colne and neighbouring areas. The school's demographic is culturally diverse, welcoming students from a range of ethnic backgrounds. The area, while rich in community spirit and cultural heritage faces economic challenges, with some areas experiencing higher than average levels of deprivation. The school is committed to supporting its pupils and their families providing access to quality education, support and opportunities for growth, actively promoting inclusivity and community cohesion, creating an environment where pupils feel valued and respected. Lord Street's ethos is built around the core values of 'Ambition, Respect and Collaboration'. The school is dedicated to fostering a safe, nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. See SQ document for more information. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/N382QQ666R

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039894-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,579,500 |
| Lots value | £2,579,500 |
| 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 | THE PENNINE TRUST |
| Additional buyers | BLACKO PRIMARY SCHOOL; COLNE PARK HIGH SCHOOL; LANESHAW BRIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL; LORD STREET PRIMARY SCHOOL |
| Locality | BARROWFORD |
| Post town | Blackburn |
| Postcode | BB9 7TZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD46 East Lancashire |
| Local authority | Pendle |
| Electoral ward | Vivary Bridge |
| Westminster constituency | Pendle and Clitheroe |
| Delivery location | TLD4 Lancashire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55524000 - School catering services

## Release History

- 11 Dec 2024 at 12:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039894-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/N382QQ666R
- https://litmustms.co.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Barrowford:-School-catering-services./N382QQ666R
- https://www.blacko.lancs.sch.uk/
- https://www.laneshawbridgeschool.org.uk/
- https://www.lordstreetprimary.com/
- https://www.park-high.co.uk/
- https://www.penninetrust.org/

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