--- title: "ST CHRISTOPHER'S MULTI ACADEMY TRUST & RIVIERA EDUCATION TRUST - PROVISION OF OUTSOURCED CATERING SERVICES" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04cde7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04cde7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04cde7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04cde7.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "ST CHRISTOPHER'S MULTI ACADEMY TRUST" published: "2025-01-07" --- # ST CHRISTOPHER'S MULTI ACADEMY TRUST & RIVIERA EDUCATION TRUST - PROVISION OF OUTSOURCED CATERING SERVICES Buyer: ST CHRISTOPHER'S MULTI ACADEMY TRUST Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04cde7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04cde7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04cde7.json) ## Summary St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Provision of Outsourced Catering Services." This tender falls under the catering services industry category (CPV 55520000) and covers multiple locations, including Torbay, Exeter, West Devon, and East Devon. The procurement is for a three-year contract, with the option of two further 12-month extensions, starting from w/c 13th January 2025. The estimated contract value is £6,500,000, with the Trust seeking high-quality service delivery and value for money for schools, parents, and pupils. The contract will include all food and staff provision necessary to support the service delivery. This tender represents a substantial business opportunity for companies specializing in school catering services, particularly those with a proven track record in the education sector. Ideal contenders will possess experience in managing TUPE of existing staff and operating within the LGPS. Businesses capable of delivering a centralized approach that offers greater transparency and efficiency, alongside a commitment to continual improvement and alignment with the Trust's ethos, will be well-suited to compete. By partnering at the Trust level, businesses can leverage cost savings and efficiencies to enhance the quality and uptake of meals, especially for FSM pupils, thereby fostering business growth and expansion. ## Notice The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. ### Lot Information Lot 1 - St Christopher's Torbay The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. In addition to the above, the Contractor shall: a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools. b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract delivery as a whole. c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties, improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils. d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for improvement throughout the contract term. e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services. f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust. g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff. h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS. The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1). Sites included in Lot 1 - St Christopher's Torbay All Saints Babbacombe CofE Primary School St Marychurch CofE and Nursery Upton St James CofE Primary School Lot 2 - St Christopher's Exeter The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. In addition to the above, the Contractor shall: a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools. b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract delivery as a whole. c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties, improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils. d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for improvement throughout the contract term. e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services. f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust. g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff. h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS. The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1). Sites included in Lot 2 - St Christopher's Exeter: Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School Ladysmith Junior School St Leonard's CofE Primary St Michael's CofE Primary Academy St Sidwell's CofE Primary School Tidcombe Primary School Lot 3 - St Christopher's West Devon The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. In addition to the above, the Contractor shall: a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools. b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract delivery as a whole. c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties, improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils. d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for improvement throughout the contract term. e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services. f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust. g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff. h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS. The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1). Sites included in Lot 3 - St Christopher's West Devon: Meavy CofE Primary School Lady Modiford's CofE Primary School St Peter's CofE Junior School St Rumon's CofE Primary School Lot 4 - St Christopher's East Devon The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. In addition to the above, the Contractor shall: a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools. b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract delivery as a whole. c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties, improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils. d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for improvement throughout the contract term. e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services. f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust. g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff. h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS. The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1). Sites included in Lot 4 - St Christopher's East Devon: Beer CofE Primary School Lot 5 - St Christopher's Torbay, Exeter & West Devon The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. In addition to the above, the Contractor shall: a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools. b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract delivery as a whole. c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties, improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils. d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for improvement throughout the contract term. e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services. f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust. g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff. h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS. The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1). Sites included in Lot 5 - St Christopher's Torbay, Exeter & West Devon: All Saints Babbacombe CofE Primary School St Marychurch CofE and Nursery Upton St James CofE Primary School Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School Ladysmith Junior School St Leonard's CofE Primary St Michael's CofE Primary Academy St Sidwell's CofE Primary School Tidcombe Primary School Meavy CofE Primary School Lady Modiford's CofE Primary School St Peter's CofE Junior School St Rumon's CofE Primary School Lot 6 - Riviera Schools The Trust is seeking a Contractor that will deliver an Outsourced Catering Service for this contract to provide a high-quality service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the catering services requirement. In addition to the above, the Contractor shall: a. Have a demonstratable track record of delivering the school catering service in the education sector, demonstrating a deep understanding of the differing requirements in delivering this service for schools. b. work in partnership with the Trust, operating at Trust level, demonstrating a centralised approach that offers greater transparency and visibility of management information, KPI and financial performance. This will allow for a robust level of oversight regarding contract delivery as a whole. c. fully utilise the benefits, efficiencies and cost savings being gained from this centralised strategy and approach for both parties, improving the quality and uptake of meals, particularly for FSM pupils. d. operate a standard approach across all schools, delivering an exemplary quality of service whilst harnessing a continuous drive for improvement throughout the contract term. e. ensure a high-quality food offering, whilst delivering value for money for schools, pupils and parents using the services. f. offer a service that is aligned to the vision, value and ethos of the Trust. g. be responsible for TUPE of existing staff. h. Possess experience and expertise in managing and operating LGPS. The contract is to be for a period of 3 years. There will be the option of two further 12-month extensions (3+1+1). Sites included in Lot 6 - Riviera Schools: Oldway Primary School Roselands Primary School Shiphay Learning Academy ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000359-2025 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Jan 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 13 Jan 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £6,500,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ST CHRISTOPHER'S MULTI ACADEMY TRUST | | Locality | EXETER, DEVON | | Post town | Exeter | | Postcode | EX2 4NQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon | | ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC | | Local authority | Exeter | | Electoral ward | Newtown and St Leonard's | | Westminster constituency | Exeter | | Delivery location | TLK4 Devon, TLK42 Torbay | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services ### Codes - 55520000 - Catering services ## Release History - 7 Jan 2025 at 14:24 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000359-2025 ## Notice URLs - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=233442 - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA43212 - https://www.stchristophersmat.org/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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