---
title: "Provision of Catering Services - Re-tender"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051f9d"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-051f9d"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051f9d.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT"
published: "2025-05-23"
---

# Provision of Catering Services - Re-tender

Buyer: NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051f9d

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## Summary

NHS Blood and Transplant, a central government public authority, is planning a re-tendering process for the provision of catering services, with a substantial contract value of £9,000,000 gross. This procurement process falls under the services category and involves a planned contract period from 1st April 2026 to 30th March 2031, with potential renewal extending to 29th March 2035. The procurement is above the threshold and utilises a framework agreement. The tender process is currently in the planning stage, and further notices are expected by 20th October 2025. The service location is in the UK with delivery specifically targeted within the region of UKK11, aligning with the operations of NHS Blood and Transplant headquarters in Bristol.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in catering services, particularly those experienced in working with public sector contracts and capable of delivering high-quality services at scale. Companies with expertise in establishing and managing framework agreements will find this opportunity well-suited to their capabilities. The re-tendering initiative by a reputable organisation such as NHS Blood and Transplant offers a stable and long-term engagement prospect, thereby acting as a key growth opportunity for businesses looking to expand or consolidate their presence in the public sector catering industry.

## Notice

Provision of Catering Services - Re-tender for NHSBT

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026442-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 23 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 20 Oct 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,500,000 |
| 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 | NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 7QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Filton |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLK11 Bristol, City of |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55520000 - Catering services

## Release History

- 23 May 2025 at 13:08 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026442-2025
- 22 May 2025 at 20:48 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025425-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026442-2025
  23rd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025425-2025
  22nd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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