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title: "PLYMOUTH CAST MULTI ACADEMY TRUST - PROVISION OF OUTSOURCED CATERING SERVICE"
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# PLYMOUTH CAST MULTI ACADEMY TRUST - PROVISION OF OUTSOURCED CATERING SERVICE

Buyer: PLYMOUTH CAST MULTI ACADEMY TRUST (SECONDARY ACCT: PHP LAW)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e2ef

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## Summary

Plymouth Cast Multi Academy Trust has concluded a procurement process for the provision of outsourced catering services, with the contract awarded to Compass Group UK & Ireland trading as Chartwells. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically catering services (CPV 55520000), with targeted delivery at specific school sites in the Plymouth region (UKK4, UKK3, UKK42). The process followed an open procedure, adhering to the GPA regulations, with the contract valued at approximately £4,444,811.67 and signed on 25th July 2025. Initially, the tender process began with an active status on 17th February 2025, progressing to award by 6th August 2025. The procurement sought a high-quality, value-for-money service, with criteria focusing on 60% quality and 40% price.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies within the catering industry to expand their operations by aligning with public education services. Businesses specialising in delivering comprehensive food provisions and staffing solutions would be well-suited to compete, particularly those that can offer innovative approaches to meet quality and value standards. Additionally, enterprises capable of managing large-scale contracts and adapting to educational environments stand to benefit from similar procurement opportunities in the future. The extension options outlined in the tender also suggest potential for long-term engagements, encouraging stable business growth and partnerships within the public sector.

## 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 outsourced catering service.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

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. The sites included in this tender opportunity are listed in the procurement documents.

Renewal: Option of 2 further 1 year extensions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046434-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £4,444,811 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PLYMOUTH CAST MULTI ACADEMY TRUST (SECONDARY ACCT: PHP LAW) |
| Additional buyers | PLYMOUTH CAST MULTI ACADEMY TRUST |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL5 3AG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | Eggbuckland |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Moor View |
| Delivery location | TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, TLK4 Devon, TLK42 Torbay |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COMPASS GROUP UK & IRELAND TRADING AS CHARTWELLS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 6 Aug 2025 at 10:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046434-2025
- 17 Feb 2025 at 16:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005454-2025

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/public-procurement-review-service-scope-and-remit
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA43212
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA43315
- https://www.plymouthcast.org.uk/

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