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title: "St Chad's Academies Trust Tender for Catering Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04c8d8"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ST CHADS ACADEMY TRUST"
published: "2024-12-17"
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# St Chad's Academies Trust Tender for Catering Services

Buyer: ST CHADS ACADEMY TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04c8d8

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## Summary

St Chad's Academies Trust is currently at the tender stage for the provision of catering services to 11 primary schools within its network. The Trust, which operates within the Staffordshire, Shropshire, and West Midlands regions, is seeking a capable contractor to enhance its catering services and dining experience for both staff and students. The contract, commencing on 1st August, will initially run for three years with options to extend for an additional two years based on performance. Interested parties must submit their applications by 17th January 2025 at 10:00 AM, highlighting their experience and financial stability.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the catering sector, particularly those experienced in the education field. Potential contractors will benefit from fostering a partnership with the Trust, providing services to a substantial number of schools and potentially investing in facility upgrades. Companies with a robust history of at least three years, demonstrated expertise in school catering, and the ability to offer innovative solutions will be well-suited to compete. The selective procurement method, utilising restricted procedures, ensures that only qualified candidates with proven performance will be considered, providing a solid foundation for business growth.

## Notice

To supply catering services for 11 primary schools in the St Chad's Academies Trust

### Lot Information

Lot 1

St Chad's Academies Trust was established in 2013 and has now expanded to 19 academies located over 7 local authorities operating within the Diocese of Lichfield. The Trust are seeking a contractor to provide catering services to 11 of its primary schools in the Staffordshire/Shropshire/West Midlands regions. The contract will be awarded for a period of 3 years commencing 1st August with an option to extend for a further one plus one years, which will be measured on the achievement of agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPI's). The Trust is seeking a partnership to continue to maximise the opportunity of the catering facilities within the Trust and to further enhance the dining experience for both staff and students. There is an opportunity to consider investment proposals which can be used to update the current facilities.

Options: 60 month(s) from the commencement date, with 36 initial month(s) and option to extend 2x12 month(s)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040643-2024 |
| 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 | 17 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jan 2025 |
| 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 | ST CHADS ACADEMY TRUST |
| Locality | LICHFIELD |
| Post town | Walsall |
| Postcode | WS13 6HX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC |
| Local authority | Lichfield |
| Electoral ward | Stowe |
| Westminster constituency | Lichfield |
| Delivery location | TLG22 Shropshire, TLG24 Staffordshire CC, TLG38 Walsall |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55524000 - School catering services

## Release History

- 17 Dec 2024 at 15:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040643-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.wlpconsultancy.co.uk
- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

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